arvostavan

Arvostavan is a Finnish word formed from the verb arvostaa, meaning to value, respect, or esteem. As a present active participle, arvostavan functions as an adjective and is used to describe people, attitudes, or actions that show respect or appreciation toward something. In use it often appears in noun phrases such as arvostavan asenteen (an attitude of respect) or arvostavan suhtautumisen (a respectful approach toward something). The form inflects to agree with the noun it modifies and appears in various cases depending on the sentence.

In meaning, arvostavan conveys not just liking but consideration and regard for merits or values. It can describe a stance, behavior, or protocol that consistently respects others, sources, or traditions. The word is commonly encountered in formal or evaluative writing and can be contrasted with arvostamaton (unworthy of respect) or with the related noun arvostus (esteem) and the verb arvostaa (to esteem).

Usage notes: While arvostava is the standard dictionary form for the present active participle, arvostavan is one inflected form used in context to agree with the noun it modifies. It is typical to see it in compound descriptors such as arvostavan suhtautumisen ilmaisut (expressions of a respectful attitude).

See also: arvostus, arvostaa, arvostava.