kaavallisia

Kaavallisia is a Finnish adjective form derived from kaava, meaning a pattern, formula, or template. The word is used to describe things that follow a fixed plan or conventional scheme rather than coming from organic development or originality. In grammar, kaavallisia is the partitive plural form of kaavallinen, and it is used when modifying plural nouns in the partitive case (for example, kaavallisia piirteitä).

Etymologically, kaavallinen means schematic or patterned, and kaavallisia expresses this characteristic with a plural, partitive ending. The term is common in everyday Finnish when describing styles, structures, or expressions that appear repetitive, predictable, or formulaic. It is not a strictly technical term, but a descriptive one that can carry neutral or mildly critical nuances depending on context.

In use, kaavallisia often appears in literary criticism, media analysis, design, and discourse about storytelling or communication. It can indicate that something adheres to established templates or clichés, potentially signaling a lack of originality. However, it can also be a neutral descriptor of deliberate, template-driven design or pedagogy.

Examples:

- Kirjan tarina etenee kaavallisia juonikuvioita noudattaen.

- Suunnittelun kaavallisia ratkaisuja käyttämällä voidaan saavuttaa kustannustehokkuutta, mutta se voi rajoittaa luovuutta.

See also: kaava, kaavallinen, stereotypia, muotoilu.