epätutasainen

Epätasainen is a Finnish adjective that translates to uneven, irregular, or bumpy. It describes something that lacks uniformity in its surface, shape, or distribution. For instance, a road might be described as epätasainen if it has many potholes and is not smooth. Similarly, a person's mood could be called epätasainen if it fluctuates frequently and unpredictably. The term can also refer to a lack of balance or consistency in other contexts, such as an uneven performance or an irregular pattern.

The adjective is formed by combining the prefix "epä-" which signifies negation or lack of, with the root word "tasainen," meaning even or flat. Therefore, "epätasainen" literally means "not even" or "not flat." Its usage is widespread in everyday Finnish conversation and writing, covering a broad spectrum of situations where uniformity or regularity is absent. Examples include describing uneven terrain, irregular spacing, inconsistent results, or a bumpy ride. The opposite of epätasainen is tasainen, which means even, flat, or smooth. Understanding epätasainen is key to comprehending descriptions of physical surfaces, abstract concepts, and even emotional states in Finnish.