Ilmeiltään

Ilmeiltään is a Finnish word that describes the facial expression or demeanor of a person. It is an adverbial form derived from the noun "ilme," meaning "expression" or "look." When used, "ilmeiltään" modifies a verb or adjective to provide information about how something is conveyed through the face.

For example, one might say "hän oli ilmeiltään vakava," which translates to "he was serious in his facial expression." This indicates that their seriousness was evident through their face. Similarly, "lapsi oli ilmeiltään iloinen" means "the child was happy in their facial expression," highlighting the child's joy conveyed visually. The word encapsulates the non-verbal communication that emanates from a person's face, encompassing emotions, moods, and general disposition. It is a nuanced term that allows for precise description of how someone appears to others.