Muuttaminen

Muuttaminen is a Finnish noun that refers to the act or process of changing or moving. It can denote physical relocation, such as moving to a new home, as well as broader changes or transformations in various contexts. The word is formed with the verb muuttaa (to change, to move) and the -minen suffix, which creates a noun expressing an action or process.

Etymology and related forms: The base verb muuttaa is common in everyday Finnish, meaning to change, alter, or move. The noun muutos denotes a specific change, while muuttaminen emphasizes the process or act of changing. In everyday language, the act of relocating is more commonly described with muutto, but muuttaminen is widely used in formal, descriptive, or generic references to changing more generally.

Usage: Muuttaminen can describe personal life changes, such as moving to a new residence or altering living arrangements. It is also used in non-personal contexts to refer to modifications of objects, systems, policies, or conditions. For example, authorities may discuss muuttaminen of regulations, and designers may plan muuttaminen of a product’s features. The term is versatile and appears in both spoken and written Finnish, often in neutral, descriptive passages.

Examples:

- Asunnon muuttaminen on suunniteltu huolellisesti, jotta keskusta-alueelta pääsee helposti liikkumaan. (The relocation of the apartment is planned carefully to ensure easy access to the city center.)

- Digitalisaation myötä yrityksen toimintatavat ovat muuttuneet ja muuttaminen jatkuu. (With digitalization, the company’s practices have changed and continue to change.)

See also: muuttaa, muutos, muutto.