Mielipide & Argumentointi Lecture Notes

Practice flashcards covering the definitions of facts vs. opinions, Finnish phrases for expressing views, agreement/disagreement levels, and various argumentation structures (V-P-E, V-M-VP-E, etc.).

Mielipide

A person's own view; it can be justified but is not fully provable in all situations.

Fakta

Verifiable information that yields the same result when checked from a reliable source.

V–P–E Structure

The components of a good opinion: V
ite (Claim/Opinion), Perustelu (Justification), and Esimerkki (Example).

Minun mielest
ni / Minusta

Common Finnish phrases used to express 'In my opinion' or 'I think.'

Luullakseni

A Finnish term meaning 'I suppose' or 'I think that' (equivalent to 'Luulen, ett
').

Uskoakseni

A Finnish term meaning 'I believe' or 'I believe that' (equivalent to 'Uskon, ett
').

Tiet

kseni

A Finnish term meaning 'As far as I know' (equivalent to 'Tied
n, ett
').

Niin minustakin / Niin min
kin

Phrases used to express agreement, meaning 'So do I' or 'I think so too.'

Sanos muuta!

A Finnish idiomatic expression meaning 'You said it!' or 'I couldn't agree more!'

Eri mielt
/ Vastav
ite

Terms used to describe being of a different opinion or offering a counter-argument.

V–P1–P2–E Structure

An expanded opinion structure using a Claim (V
ite), two justifications (Perustelu 1 and 2), and an Example (Esimerkki).

My
nt
(M)

A short acknowledgment of the opposing side's point in an argument structure (e.g., 'On totta, ett
…').

Vastaperustelu (VP)

One's own reason that limits or refutes the point acknowledged in the 'My
nt
' phase.

Ehto (E)

The condition in the V–E–S–E structure representing what must happen or be realized.

Seuraus (S)

The consequence or result that occurs if a specific condition (Ehto) is met.

Faktatieto (Argument type)

An argument based on factual information, such as smoking causing diseases.

Auktoriteetti (Argument type)

Using an expert, research, or a notable person (e.g., Tarja Halonen) to support an argument.

Asian yleisyys (Argument type)

Basing an argument on public opinion or common knowledge (e.g., 'Everyone considers Finland a high-standard country').

Mielihyv
(Argument type)

An argument based on positive feelings or pleasant experiences.

Ajankohtaisuus ja uutuus (Argument type)

An argument emphasizing that something is current or offers new, unprecedented experiences.