Tähdittävät

Tähdittävät is a Finnish word that translates to "studded" or "embellished with stars" in English. It is primarily used as a participle or adjective. When used as a participle, it describes something that has had stars or star-like objects added to it. This could apply to physical objects, such as clothing adorned with star sequins, or to more abstract concepts.

The word's root is "tähti," meaning "star." The "-ttää" suffix indicates a causative or frequentative verb, suggesting the action of adding stars. Thus, "tähdittävät" implies the state of being made to have stars or being repeatedly adorned with them.

In a more figurative sense, "tähdittävät" can refer to something that is particularly brilliant, outstanding, or noteworthy, drawing a parallel to the bright appearance of stars in the sky. For example, a performance might be described as "tähdittävät" if it was exceptionally brilliant. However, its literal meaning of being adorned with star shapes is more common. The word is rarely used in everyday conversation, appearing more frequently in descriptive or poetic contexts.