Lypsettäväksi

Lypsettäväksi is a Finnish word that translates to "to be milked" or "for milking" in English. It is a passive infinitive form derived from the verb "lypsää," which means "to milk." The word indicates a state or purpose of being subjected to the act of milking.

This term is primarily used in the context of dairy farming and animal husbandry. When an animal, such as a cow, goat, or sheep, is described as "lypsettäväksi," it means that it is ready for or designated for the milking process. This could refer to the animal's physiological state, such as being in lactation, or to the scheduled time for milking.

The word can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or resource that is being exploited or is intended for exploitation for profit or benefit. In such figurative uses, it implies a passive subject from which something is being extracted.

For example, in a literal sense, one might say "Lehmät ovat lypsettäväksi" meaning "The cows are ready for milking." Metaphorically, a business opportunity might be described as "hyvin lypsettäväksi" which translates to "very profitable" or "ready to be milked for profit." The context generally clarifies whether the literal or figurative meaning is intended.