Ilmaistaanko

Ilmaistaanko is a Finnish word that functions as a passive or impersonal form of the verb "ilmaista," which means "to express" or "to state." It can be translated into English in several ways depending on the context, often as "is expressed," "is stated," "is made clear," or "is conveyed."

The form "ilmaistaanko" specifically incorporates the interrogative particle "-ko/-kö," which turns a statement into a question. Therefore, "ilmaistaanko" is a question asking whether something is expressed, stated, made clear, or conveyed. For example, "Ilmaistaanko tämä asia selvästi?" translates to "Is this matter expressed clearly?"

This grammatical construction is common in Finnish for forming questions about passive actions or states. It allows speakers to inquire about the manner or fact of something being communicated without specifying who is doing the expressing. The neutrality of the passive/impersonal voice is maintained, focusing on the act of expression itself.