konkreettinen

Konkreettinen is a Finnish adjective meaning concrete or tangible. It describes something that can be perceived by the senses or that is specific and definite rather than abstract. In everyday Finnish it is used for both physical objects and clearly defined descriptions, for example konkreettinen esimerkki (a concrete example) or konkreettiset tiedot (concrete data).

Etymology and related forms: The adjective is derived from the noun konkreetti, which in turn comes from the English word concrete and has connections to other European languages such as German konkret and Swedish konkret. The suffix -inen is a common Finnish way to form adjectives from nouns, giving konkreettinen the sense of “having the qualities of concrete.” Related terms include konkreettisuus (concreteness) and konkreettisesti (concretely), used to discuss the degree of perceptibility or practicality.

Usage: In academic and everyday language, konkreettinen contrasts with abstrakti (abstract). It is frequently employed in education, design, science, and philosophy to emphasize observable, tangible, or practically applicable aspects rather than theoretical or general ideas. Examples include konkreettinen opetus (teaching with tangible materials) and konkreettisesti toteutettu suunnitelma (a plan implemented in a concrete, practical manner). The term helps distinguish perceptible, particular instances from broader or hypothetical concepts.