etäydellä

The Finnish word "etäydellä" is an adverb that translates to "at a distance" or "remotely" in English. It describes a situation where something or someone is not physically present or is located far away. This can refer to a physical separation, such as a building being etäydellä from another, or a more abstract concept like maintaining a professional distance.

In various contexts, "etäydellä" can convey a sense of space, separation, or even detachment. For example, one might be working etäydellä from their colleagues if they are telecommuting. Similarly, an object can be placed etäydellä from a wall to allow for ventilation or ease of access. The term emphasizes the absence of close proximity.

The grammatical form of "etäydellä" is the adessive case of the noun "etäisyys," which means "distance." The adessive case in Finnish often indicates location or possession, and in this adverbial usage, it signifies being "in a state of distance" or "at the place of distance." Understanding this linguistic origin helps to grasp the core meaning of the word. It is a common and versatile term used in everyday Finnish communication to describe spatial relationships.