argumenteilla

argumenteilla is a Finnish adverbial phrase that literally translates into English as “with arguments.” It is formed from the noun argument (meaning “argument” or “rationale”) combined with the particle –illa, a common Finnish inflection used to express accompaniment or enrichment. In this construction the noun appears in the partitive plural form (argumenteita) but the –illa ending signals that the arguments are being used or applied in a specific context. Thus, argumenteilla is typically used in sentences where something is being done or considered together with supporting reasons or proof.

In everyday Finnish communication, the phrase can appear in academic, legal, or even informal contexts. For instance, a researcher might say, “Laitoksen toiminta perustuu data- ja argumenteilla varustettuihin raportteihin,” which means “The operation relies on reports that are supported by data and arguments.” A lawyer may use it to indicate that a claim is accompanied by logical reasoning: “Todisteet esitetään argumenteilla vahvistettuna.” Because of its role in adding nuance, argumenteilla often appears in discussions where the soundness of a position is being emphasized.

The construction belongs to a broader class of Finnish locative or ablative particles that form adverbial phrases such as “aikataululla” (on schedule) or “kojen kanssa” (with the cows). Those particles typically have a variety of suffixes –alla, –ella, –illa, –illä, depending on vowel harmony and the consonantal or vowel ending of the base word. While argumenteilla is not officially listed in standard grammar dictionaries, it is common in written Finnish and can be found in numerous scientific articles, policy documents, and literary works where argumentation is a central element.

Because the phrase’s primary meaning revolves around the accompaniment of reasoning or discussion, it is a useful linguistic feature for emphasizing the logical foundation of an argument. In general, it is understood across Finnish-speaking audiences and serves to highlight the presence of substantive reasoning or justification within a given statement or action.