Laitteellamainen

Laitteellamainen is a Finnish adjective that can be translated as "device-like" or "appliance-like." It describes something that resembles a machine, gadget, or appliance in its appearance, function, or nature. This term is often used to describe objects that are utilitarian, mechanical, or designed for a specific purpose, much like a manufactured device.

The adjective can be applied in various contexts. For instance, a piece of technology might be described as laitteellamainen if it has a functional, perhaps somewhat uninspired, design. It can also refer to a person's behavior if it seems mechanical or lacking in spontaneity, as if operating on a programmed routine. In some cases, it might imply a certain coldness or impersonality, similar to how one might perceive the operation of a machine. The term is not inherently negative but carries a connotation of being functional and perhaps lacking in aesthetic or organic qualities.