kehottaavat

Kehottaavat is a Finnish word that translates to "urging," "encouraging," or "advising" in English. It is the third-person plural present indicative form of the verb "kehottaa." This verb signifies the act of strongly suggesting or recommending a course of action to someone.

The word "kehottaavat" can be used in various contexts. For instance, authorities might kehottaa the public to take certain precautions during a health crisis. Similarly, a teacher might kehottaa their students to study diligently for an upcoming exam. In a more informal setting, friends might kehottaa each other to try a new restaurant or go on a trip. The core meaning remains consistent: to put forward a suggestion or recommendation with a degree of emphasis.

The grammatical form "kehottaavat" specifically indicates that multiple subjects are performing the action of urging or encouraging. For example, "Vanhemmat kehottaavat lapsiaan siivoamaan huoneensa" translates to "The parents are urging their children to clean their rooms." Understanding this grammatical nuance is key to correctly interpreting the sentence's meaning in Finnish.