Kysynnällinen

Kysynnällinen is a Finnish term that translates to "demanding" or "requiring." It is often used in contexts where a situation, task, or person necessitates a significant amount of effort, attention, or resources. The word itself is derived from the Finnish verb "kysyä," meaning "to ask," implying a need or request that must be fulfilled.

In practical terms, something described as kysynnällinen suggests it is not easily satisfied or completed. A job might be kysynnällinen if it requires long hours and intense focus. A child could be described as kysynnällinen if they have many needs and require constant care. Similarly, a project might be kysynnällinen if it involves complex challenges and a high degree of commitment from all involved. The term highlights the active nature of the demand, suggesting that it actively calls for a response or fulfillment. It is a descriptor that points to a state of needing something more than the ordinary or the effortless.