Väänteet
Väänteet is a Finnish noun in plural form that stems from the verb vääntää, meaning to twist, bend, or manipulate. The word is used to describe twists, turns, tricks or maneuvers—either literal twists or figurative ones that affect a situation.
In everyday language väänteet often refer to strategic or deceptive moves designed to influence outcomes, mislead
In literature and storytelling, väänteet can denote developments that alter the course of a narrative or introduce
In technical or mechanical contexts, twisting actions or components can also be described with vääntö or momentti,
Etymology: the word is derived from vääntää, reflecting the core idea of turning or twisting. Related terms