Käsitteltävä

Käsitteltävä is a Finnish word that translates to "to be dealt with," "to be handled," or "to be processed" in English. It is a passive participle derived from the verb "käsitellä," which means "to handle," "to process," or "to deal with." The word is used to describe something that requires attention, action, or consideration.

The concept of käsitteltävä can be applied in various contexts. In legal settings, it refers to a case or matter that is under review by a court or authority. For example, a court might have several "käsitteltävät tapaukset," meaning cases to be handled. In administrative contexts, it can denote a document or application that is awaiting processing or approval. A government office might have a backlog of "käsitteltävät hakemukset," or applications to be processed.

In a more general sense, käsitteltävä can refer to any task, problem, or situation that needs to be addressed. A person might say they have a "käsitteltävä asia," meaning an issue that needs to be dealt with. This could range from a simple chore to a complex personal dilemma. The word emphasizes the ongoing nature of the action required. It implies that the item or matter is not yet resolved and is actively in the process of being managed or examined. The term is commonly used in everyday Finnish conversation and in formal professional environments.