Paneuduttiin

Paneuduttiin is the past passive form of the Finnish verb paneutua, and it denotes that something was examined, discussed, or studied in depth by unspecified actors. It is a neutral, formal construction common in news reports, academic writing and official statements. The form indicates that the action was performed but who performed it is not specified, making it suitable for general statements or summaries.

Grammatical notes: Paneutua is a verb meaning to delve into, study in detail, or dwell on a topic. In the past passive the verb appears as paneuduttiin. The subject is omitted or generic, and the direct object or target of the in-depth work is usually expressed with case forms such as illative or partitive, e.g., "kysymykseen paneuduttiin" (the question was examined in depth) or "tutkimukseen paneuduttiin." The related forms include present passive paneudutaan and the noun paneutuminen (delving, in-depth study).

Usage and nuance: Paneuduttiin signals thorough engagement with a topic, beyond surface-level discussion. It implies a systematic or careful approach and is common when reporting on investigations, policy analyses, or scholarly work.

Examples:

- Kysymykseen paneuduttiin useiden viikkojen aikana.

- Tutkimukseen paneuduttiin ennen johtopäätösten tekoa.

Related terms: syventyä, tutkia tarkasti, paneutua. The verb lends to reporting emphasis on depth rather than breadth.