eriläistä

eriläistä is a Finnish word that translates to "different" or "varied" in English. It is commonly used to describe a range of things that are not alike or are diverse in nature. The word can be applied to a wide array of contexts, from describing people and their personalities to discussing different types of food, music, or even opinions.

For example, one might say "meillä on eriläistä ruokaa" which means "we have different food" or "he has eriläistä musiikkia" meaning "he has varied music." The adjective form can also be used substantively, referring to "different kinds" or "various items." In this sense, it can be used to denote a collection of dissimilar things. The word emphasizes the existence of distinction and heterogeneity within a group or set.

The grammatical form of eriläistä is the partitive singular of the adjective erillinen, meaning "separate" or "distinct." While the root implies separation, its common usage in eriläistä often refers to a collection of things that, while distinct, are presented or considered together. It is a versatile term in the Finnish language, allowing for nuanced descriptions of diversity and difference.