Saavutusta

Saavutusta is the partitive singular form of the Finnish noun saavutus, meaning an achievement or accomplishment. It refers to something that has been reached as a result of effort, skill, or perseverance. The concept is used across domains to denote milestones, breakthroughs, or noteworthy results, and it can refer to a single achievement or to achievements more broadly when used in context.

Etymology and forms: The noun saavutus originates from the verb saavuttaa, meaning to achieve or to reach. The basic form is saavutus; the plural is saavutukset. The partitive singular form is saavutusta, and Finnish nouns in this paradigm also take forms such as saavuttuksen (genitive) and saavutuksissa (inessive), among others, according to standard inflection.

Usage: Saavutusta is used in everyday language, journalism, education, sports, science, and business to describe successful outcomes. It can denote a specific achievement or be part of phrases that emphasize partial or indefinite amounts of achievement, depending on the sentence structure. The related plural muuta saavutuksia (achievements) is common when listing multiple milestones, while achievements in general are often discussed as indicators of progress or success.

Related terms: saavutus, saavutukset, saavuttaminen, saavuttaa. These forms cover the concept of achievement, the act of achieving, and the verbs used to describe obtaining or reaching goals. Saavutukset are frequently highlighted in reports, profiles, and discussions of performance and development.

See also: Finnish nouns and verbs related to progress and success, such as saavutus and saavutukset, and the verb saavuttaa.