kartuttamalla

Kartuttamalla is a Finnish gerund form of the verb kartuttaa, meaning to increase, accumulate, or build up. The gerund expresses the manner or method by which growth occurs, and is translated as “by accumulating.” The form is used to describe ongoing processes, strategies, or actions that lead to the growth of resources, skills, or conditions.

Etymology and form: kartuttamalla is created from kartuttaa plus the -malla suffix, which forms a gerund indicating means or method. Related forms include kartuttaminen (the act of accumulating) and kartuttava (accumulating, in a participial sense).

Usage and contexts: The term is common in economics, finance, policy discussions, and personal development writing. It can refer to accumulating wealth or capital, savings, reserves, or other resources, as well as accumulating experience, knowledge, or skills. It is often used in phrases like “kartuttamalla pääomaa” (by accumulating capital) or “kartuttamalla osaamista” (by accumulating know-how).

Examples in English usage: The company expanded by accumulating capital. The team improved its performance by accumulating experience. The plan emphasizes growth by accumulating reserves.

See also: kartuttaa, kartuttaminen, Finnish gerunds and the -malla/-mällä suffix in Finnish grammar.