Konkreettisesti

Konkreettisesti is Finnish adverb meaning “in a concrete way” or “in practical terms.” It signals that what follows should be understood as specific, tangible, or actionable, rather than abstract. The word is formed from the adjective konkreettinen with the adverbial suffix -isesti, and it functions as an adverb modifying statements, actions, or descriptions.

Usage and examples: The term is common in both formal and informal registers—journalism, academic writing, policy discussions, and everyday speech. It is often used to introduce concrete details, examples, or measurable outcomes that illustrate a point. For example: “Konkreettisesti tämän ohjelman vaikutukset näkyvät taloudellisessa kasvussa seuraavan neljän vuoden aikana,” or “Konkreettisesti voimme näyttää mallin tulokset kolmesta kokeesta.” Substitutes such as käytännössä or todellisuudessa express related senses, but konkreettisesti emphasizes explicit, tangible aspects.

Nuance and style: The phrase “konkreettisesti sanottuna” is common for giving a blunt, straightforward summary. The use of konkreettisesti should fit the surrounding discourse; overuse can sound formulaic. It is helpful for structuring arguments by outlining actionable details, steps, or measurements that ground general claims in reality.

See also: konkreettinen; käytännössä; todellisuudessa.