Kohdistettavan

Kohdistettavan is a Finnish word that translates to "targetable" or "the one to be targeted" in English. It is a passive participle derived from the verb "kohdistaa," which means "to aim," "to direct," or "to target." The "-ttava" suffix in Finnish indicates a passive potential or necessity, similar to the English "-able" or "-ible."

The word kohdistettavan can be used in various contexts to describe something or someone that is the object of an action, intention, or focus. For example, a person could be described as kohdistettavan if they are the intended recipient of an attack or a message. Similarly, an object or a location might be kohdistettavan if it is the intended destination for a missile or a marketing campaign.

In a more abstract sense, kohdistettavan can refer to something that is the subject of attention or consideration. For instance, a specific problem or issue could be kohdistettavan for a research study. The grammatical form of "kohdistettavan" is the genitive case, indicating possession or a relationship, often appearing in phrases like "kohdistettavan henkilön tiedot" (information of the targetable person). Understanding its root verb and the passive participle suffix is key to grasping its meaning in different sentences.