Epäoleellisiksi

Epäoleellisiksi is a Finnish word that translates to "irrelevant" or "unimportant" in English, often used in a plural or partitive sense. It describes something that lacks significance, pertinence, or consequence in a given context. The word derives from "epäoleellinen," which is the singular form. When used as "epäoleellisiksi," it suggests that multiple things are being considered irrelevant or unimportant.

In discussions or arguments, referring to something as epäoleellisiksi means that it does not contribute to the main point or does not affect the outcome. It can be used to dismiss information, ideas, or details that are deemed distracting or non-essential. For example, in a debate, one might argue that certain facts presented by the opposing side are epäoleellisiksi to the core issue at hand. Similarly, in academic writing or research, extraneous details that do not support the thesis are often categorized as epäoleellisiksi and can be omitted. The concept highlights the importance of focusing on what truly matters within a specific framework.