Vältävän

Vältävän is a Finnish word that translates to "avoidable" or "preventable" in English. It is the genitive form of the adjective "vältettävä," which itself is a passive participle of the verb "välttää," meaning to avoid or prevent. Therefore, "vältävän" grammatically signifies something that is in the state of being avoidable or preventable, and its case indicates possession, causation, or is used in certain grammatical constructions.

The word is commonly used in contexts discussing risks, problems, or negative outcomes. For instance, one might refer to a "vältettävän riskin" (an avoidable risk) or a "vältettävän virheen" (a preventable error). The concept emphasizes that certain situations or consequences are not inevitable and could have been averted through different actions or decisions.

In discussions related to public health or safety, "vältettävän" highlights the importance of preventative measures. It suggests that by implementing appropriate strategies, certain illnesses, accidents, or other undesirable events can be reduced or eliminated. The term carries a sense of responsibility, implying that there is agency in preventing negative outcomes. Understanding the grammatical function and semantic meaning of "vältävän" is key to grasping its usage in Finnish discourse, particularly when discussing mitigation and foresight.