Kestävämällä

Kestävämällä is a Finnish word that translates to "more sustainably" or "in a more sustainable way." It is the comparative form of the adverb kestävämpi, which means "more sustainable." The root word, kestävä, means "sustainable." In Finnish grammar, this word is formed by adding the adessive case ending "-llä" to the comparative adjective "kestävämpi." The adessive case often indicates location or the means by which something is done. Therefore, "kestävämällä" implies that an action or state is being achieved through or in a manner that is more sustainable than a previous or alternative state.

The concept of sustainability is crucial in various fields, including environmental protection, economic development, and social responsibility. When something is done "kestävämällä," it signifies a conscious effort to reduce negative impacts and enhance positive outcomes for the long term. This could involve making choices that conserve resources, minimize pollution, promote social equity, or ensure economic viability without compromising future generations. The use of "kestävämällä" in a sentence would typically describe a method, approach, or practice that is being improved or adopted to be more aligned with sustainable principles. For example, a company might aim to operate "kestävämällä" by reducing its carbon footprint or a consumer might choose products that are manufactured "kestävämällä" to support ethical production.