Tämänhetkisesti

Tämänhetkisesti is a Finnish adverb that translates to "currently," "at present," or "presently" in English. It is derived from the Finnish word "tämänhetkinen," which means "current" or "present." The suffix "-sti" is a common adverbial ending in Finnish.

The word "tämänhetkisesti" is used to indicate a state of affairs or an action that is happening at the current moment or during the present time. It is often employed in contexts where it is important to specify that the information being conveyed is not a past event or a future projection, but rather something that is true or occurring right now. For example, one might say "Tämänhetkisesti yritys käy läpi uudelleenjärjestelyjä," meaning "Currently, the company is undergoing restructuring."

The usage of "tämänhetkisesti" can add precision to a statement, distinguishing it from more general or timeless declarations. It is a common word in everyday Finnish conversation and writing, appearing in news reports, official communications, and informal discussions. Its function is to anchor the information to the present time, ensuring clarity about the temporal context of the statement. The adverb is flexible and can be placed at the beginning or end of a sentence, or sometimes in the middle, depending on the desired emphasis.