eläväksi

Eläväksi is a Finnish word that translates to "alive" or "living" in English. It is the translative singular form of the adjective "elävä," which means alive or living. The translative case in Finnish is used to indicate a change of state, meaning something has become or turned into something else. Therefore, "eläväksi" signifies the process of becoming alive or turning into something living.

This word can be used in various contexts. For instance, one might say a plant has grown "eläväksi," meaning it has become alive and is growing. In a more metaphorical sense, a story could be described as becoming "eläväksi" if it is told in a way that makes it vivid and engaging for the listener. It can also refer to inanimate objects that are perceived as animated or lifelike, such as a puppet that seems to have a life of its own. The concept of "eläväksi" often implies a transition from a state of lifelessness or dormancy to one of vitality and animation. The accurate interpretation of "eläväksi" depends heavily on the surrounding words and the overall context of the sentence in which it appears.