kantaavat

The word "kantaavat" is a Finnish term that translates to "carrying" or "bearing" in English. It is the plural form of the present active participle of the verb "kantaa," which means "to carry." This grammatical form can be used in several ways within the Finnish language.

As an adjective, "kantaavat" describes something that is actively carrying a load or burden. For example, one might speak of "kantaavat palkit" (bearing beams) in a building, referring to structural elements that support weight. It can also be used metaphorically to describe things or concepts that hold significance or meaning, such as "kantaavat arvot" (bearing values) which are fundamental principles that guide actions or beliefs.

In its role as a participle, "kantaavat" often functions as part of a verbal phrase, indicating an ongoing action of carrying. This can be seen in sentences like "Ne kantavat hedelmää" (They are bearing fruit), where "kantavat" describes the continuous process of the plants producing fruit. The context in which "kantaavat" appears is crucial for understanding its precise meaning, whether it refers to a physical act of carrying, a structural function, or a more abstract concept of holding or supporting.