Prosentuaaliselle

Prosentuaaliselle is a Finnish word that translates to "to the percentage" or "as a percentage." It is used to indicate a quantity, rate, or proportion expressed in relation to one hundred. For example, if something increases by 10 prosentuaaliselle, it means it has increased by 10 out of every 100 units.

The word is a form of the Finnish word "prosentuaalinen," which means "percentage" or "pertaining to a percentage." The "-lle" ending is a dative case marker, signifying the recipient or target of an action or state. Therefore, "prosentuaaliselle" suggests that a change, distribution, or value is being applied to or considered in terms of a percentage.

In practical terms, one might encounter "prosentuaaliselle" in contexts discussing economic data, statistical analysis, or any situation where proportional changes or compositions are relevant. For instance, a report might state that "osuus kasvoi viisi prosentuaaliselle" (the share grew by five percent). This indicates a relative increase, not an absolute one. Understanding this grammatical form is key to interpreting Finnish texts that deal with quantitative information. The concept itself is universal, but the specific linguistic expression is unique to the Finnish language.