Spoittaa

Spoittaa is a Finnish verb that translates to "to spoil" or "to ruin" in English. It can be used in various contexts, referring to the deterioration of something's quality, condition, or enjoyment.

In the context of food, spoittaa implies that something has gone bad, usually due to spoilage or exceeding its shelf life. For example, "Maito on spoittunut" means "The milk has spoiled." This can be caused by bacterial growth or other forms of decay.

The verb can also describe the ruining of an event or experience. If something unexpected happens that detracts from the enjoyment of an occasion, one might say it has been "spoittunut." For instance, "Sade spoitti piknikin" means "The rain spoiled the picnic."

Furthermore, spoittaa can refer to the act of damaging or compromising something's integrity or purpose. This might involve physical damage or a betrayal of trust. A plan could be "spoittunut" if it is thwarted or ruined before it can be executed. Similarly, a surprise could be "spoittunut" if someone reveals it prematurely. The core idea remains the negative alteration or destruction of a desired state.