Puuttelee

Puuttelee is a Finnish verb meaning “to lack” or “to be deficient in.” It is used to indicate that something is missing or insufficient, often in reference to qualities, resources, or characteristics. The verb is one of the common Finnish verbs and is understood in everyday speech.

The verb belongs to the second conjugation class in Finnish. Its present tense is “puuttelee,” the past tense is “puuttui,” and the infinitive is “puutteella.” The gerund form is “puuttukaan” and the participle is “puuttelevan.” These forms can combine with different personal endings for full conjugations, e.g., “minä puutteelen,” “sinä puuttelet,” “hän puuttelee.”

Typical sentences with puuttelee include expressions such as “Tässä projektiin puuttelee resursseja,” meaning “This project lacks resources,” or “Viestinnässä puuttelee selkeyttä,” which translates to “There is a lack of clarity in communication.” The verb is frequently employed in academic and formal contexts to critique or analyze deficiencies.

Derived nouns and adjectives include “puutuminen” (the act of being lacking) and “puutteellinen” (deficient or incomplete). Synonyms include “puuttua” (to be absent) and “puuttua kivun” (to be missing sorrow), though each carries slightly different nuances.

The use of puuttelee has remained stable in Finnish literature and contemporary media. Its simplicity and clarity make it a staple in everyday Finnish language, especially in discussions of quality, performance, and resource management.