Pitäydyttävä

Pitäydyttävä is a Finnish verb that translates to "to adhere," "to stick to," or "to abide by" in English. It is often used in contexts where rules, principles, or instructions are being followed. The verb implies a sense of commitment and unwavering compliance. For example, one might say "on tärkeää pitäytyä säännöistä" which means "it is important to adhere to the rules." This can refer to legal regulations, social norms, or even personal commitments.

The word can also be used to describe a person's character or behavior, indicating that they are steadfast and reliable. Someone who "pitäytyy" their word is considered trustworthy. The verb can also imply staying in a particular place or position, though this usage is less common than its primary meaning of adherence. For instance, "armeijan on pitäydyttävä asemissaan" means "the army must hold its positions."

In grammar, pitäydyttävä is the passive present participle form of the verb pitäytyä. It functions as an adjective or adverb, describing something that is to be adhered to or that adheres. For example, "liikennesäännöistä pitäydyttävä on jokaisen vastuulla" could be translated as "adhering to traffic rules is everyone's responsibility." The nuance of the word lies in its implication of conscious decision and commitment to a particular course of action or set of guidelines.