Tasapinnaliselt

Tasapinnaliselt is a Finnish adverb that translates to "on the surface," "superficially," or "in a superficial manner" in English. It describes an action or a characteristic that is not deep, thorough, or profound. It implies a lack of deeper understanding, investigation, or engagement.

When something is done tasapinnaliselt, it means that only the most obvious or visible aspects are considered. For example, a tasapinnalinen analysis of a problem would only touch upon the surface issues without delving into the underlying causes or complexities. Similarly, a person might be described as acting or thinking tasapinnaliselt if their opinions or behaviors are shallow and lack thoughtful consideration.

The word is often used in contexts where a more in-depth approach is expected or desired. It can carry a slightly negative connotation, suggesting a lack of effort, care, or intellectual depth. For instance, a teacher might critique a student's essay as being too tasapinnalinen if it doesn't explore the topic with sufficient detail or insight. In everyday conversation, it might be used to describe a brief or unmemorable encounter. The opposite of tasapinnaliselt would be something done thoroughly, deeply, or in great detail, such as "syvällisesti" (profoundly) or "perusteellisesti" (thoroughly).