Naarmuuntuu

Naarmuuntuu is a Finnish intransitive verb whose infinitive is naarmuuntua. It means to become scratched or marred as a result of abrasion, friction, or impact. The term is used for various surfaces and coatings—such as glass, screens, metal, wood, paint, and plastics—and describes cosmetic damage that may or may not affect function. The process is typically gradual, and protective coatings, careful handling, or polishing can reduce naarmuuntumista.

Etymology and related forms: The verb is derived from the noun naarmu (scratch) with the -untua suffix that marks a change of state. Related forms include naarmuuntunut (scratched), naarmuuntuminen (the process of becoming scratched). The noun naarmu refers to a scratch or nick.

Usage: Common in everyday language to describe wear from use or mishandling. In technical contexts it can describe wear on finishes or surfaces. Figurative usage is possible but less common; for example, maine voi naarmuuntua means a reputation can be damaged.

Conjugation notes: As a standard -ua verb, its present tense forms include naarmuuntuu for the third person singular, with other persons forming according to regular Finnish verb conjugation. The past tense form is naarmuuntui (third person singular). The present perfect participle is naarmuuntunut (describing something that has become scratched).

Examples:

- Näyttö naarmuuntuu helposti.

- Pinta on naarmuuntunut, mutta laitteen toimivuus säilyy.

See also: naarmu, naarmuuntuminen, naarmuuntunut.