Minimoitaessa

"Minimoitaessa" is a Finnish word that translates to "when minimizing" or "in the process of minimizing." It is a grammatical form, specifically the inessive case of the infinitive of the verb "minimoida," which means "to minimize." This word is used to describe a situation or action where the act of reduction or making something smaller is occurring.

The word can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "energiankulutuksen minimoitaessa" which means "when minimizing energy consumption." This refers to the act or ongoing process of trying to reduce the amount of energy used. Similarly, "riskin minimoitaessa" would translate to "when minimizing risk," indicating the ongoing effort to lessen potential dangers or negative outcomes.

The suffix "-ssa/-ssä" in Finnish denotes the inessive case, which generally translates to "in" or "inside." When attached to the infinitive form of a verb, it creates a temporal or conditional clause. Therefore, "minimoitaessa" functions as a subordinate clause, introducing a condition or a time frame for another action. It highlights the simultaneous nature of minimizing and another event. Understanding this grammatical function is key to correctly interpreting its usage in Finnish sentences.