Välitettävyys

Välitettävyys is a Finnish term that translates to "transmissibility" or "transferability" in English. It refers to the ability of something to be passed on, communicated, or transmitted from one entity to another. This concept can be applied in various contexts, including the transmission of information, ideas, diseases, or even physical properties.

In the realm of information and communication, välitettävyys signifies how easily a message, knowledge, or data can be shared and understood by others. For instance, a clear and concise explanation has high välitettävyys, while complex jargon might have low välitettävyys.

In epidemiology, välitettävyys describes the ease with which an infectious disease can spread from one person to another. Diseases with high välitettävyys, such as the flu, can spread rapidly through a population.

The concept can also extend to intangible assets like culture, beliefs, or skills, which are passed down through generations or shared within communities, demonstrating their välitettävyys. In a broader sense, anything that can be communicated or moved from a source to a recipient possesses a degree of välitettävyys. The effectiveness and ease of this transfer are key aspects of the term.