Muokata

Muokata is a Finnish verb meaning to edit, modify, or tailor something. It is transitive and frequently used for changing text, images, or software settings. The infinitive muokata is paired with noun muokkaus (editing or modification) and with the past participle muokattu (edited).

In grammar, muokata follows standard Finnish conjugation patterns. The present tense forms are muokkaan, muokkaat, muokkaa, muokkaamme, muokkaatte, muokkaavat. The simple past forms are muokkasin, muokkasit, muokkasi, muokkasimme, muokkasitte, muokkasivat. The imperative is muokkaa (singular) and muokatkaa (plural). The passive present is muokataan and the passive past muokattiin.

Usage notes: muokata denotes deliberate adjustment or refinement and can apply to text, images, data, and software settings. In computing and digital media, it is commonly used for actions such as editing a document, retouching a photo, or tweaking configuration options. It is often contrasted with muuttaa (to change in a broader sense). In UI design, the command label for an editing action is typically Muokkaa.

Etymology and related forms: the word muokata is a native Finnish formation connected to muokkaus (editing or modification). The precise historical origin is not fully documented. Related words include muokattu (edited) and muokattava (editable).