Keskusteltava

Keskusteltava is a Finnish adjective formed from the verb keskustella ("to discuss"). It expresses that something is to be discussed or is suitable for discussion. In English, it is often rendered as "to be discussed" or "discussable."

It is frequently used in formal texts, meeting agendas and policy documents to label topics, issues, or items that will be or should be discussed. For example: "Keskusteltavat aiheet ovat listalla: budjetti ja aikataulu." The phrase means "The topics to be discussed are on the list."

Finnish also uses the form "keskusteltavaa" as a noun meaning "something to be discussed" or "things to discuss." A common sentence is: "Meillä on paljon keskusteltavaa."

Compared with related forms, "keskusteltava" can modify a noun (keskusteltava asia) or, in its nounized form, appear as "keskusteltavaa" in verbal noun phrases. It should not be confused with "keskustelu" (discussion) or "keskusteleva" (speaking). The suffix -ttava marks a participial predicate relating to discussion.

Usage notes: The term is typical in Finnish administrative, educational, and journalism contexts, but is understood in general language as well. It provides a concise way to indicate upcoming or required discussion.