Säädettiin

Säädettiin is a Finnish verb form meaning “was adjusted” or “was regulated.” It is the passive past tense of the verb säätää, which covers senses such as to set, regulate, or moderate. In usage, säädettiin indicates that a change or regulation was made by someone, without naming the agent.

In grammatical terms, säädettiin is a finite verb in the passive voice. The passive form hides the subject and identifies the action as completed in the past. The stem of the verb is sääd-, and the suffix -tiin marks the past passive. This form can be used with a wide range of objects, including prices, rules, settings, schedules, or other regulatory actions.

Common contexts for säädettiin include journalism, law, policy, and technical writing. It often describes decisions or actions taken by authorities, organizations, or governing bodies, such as regulatory adjustments or price changes. The construction is neutral and factual, suitable for describing changes that have already taken place.

Examples:

- Hinta säädettiin viisi prosenttia alemmaksi.

- Uudet säännökset säädettiin viime viikolla.

- Laki säädettiin voimaan ensi vuonna.

See also:

- Säätäminen (adjusting/calibrating in progress)

- Säätää (to adjust, regulate)

- Laki (law)