Johdattavat

Johdattavat is a Finnish term used to refer to things that can be derived from a source by applying a rule or operation. The form is used across disciplines and does not have a single fixed definition in all contexts. In general, it denotes objects or results that originate from a base item through some process of derivation.

In mathematics and formal sciences, johdattavat objects are expressions, equations, or results obtained by applying a derivation rule. This can include processes such as differentiation, algebraic manipulation, or logical deduction. The term emphasizes the relationship to the base object from which they are obtained. For example, the derivative of a function, an algebraically transformed expression, or a result produced by a recurrence can be described as johdattavat.

In linguistics and morphology, johdattavat sanat or similar phrases refer to words formed from a base stem by derivation. These are produced through affixation or compounding and serve to extend the vocabulary by predictable rules. The concept helps linguists discuss productive word-formation processes and their outputs without naming every form individually.

Usage and variation: The term is not universally standardized in Finnish sources. Some writers prefer johdannaiset (derivatives) or other phrasing depending on the field and author. The exact meaning of johdattavat thus depends on the academic tradition and context.

See also: johdannainen, johdannaiset, derivation, derivative.