kuuluvinaan

Kuuluvinaan is a Finnish word that functions as an adverb or a particle. It is derived from the verb "kuulua," meaning to be heard, belong, or be due. The suffix "-vinaan" adds a nuance of pretense or feigned action, suggesting that something is done or perceived in a way that is not entirely genuine or is done with an ulterior motive.

Essentially, "kuuluvinaan" implies that someone is pretending to hear something, or is acting as if they have heard something, when in reality they may not have, or they are choosing to ignore it. It can also suggest that something is being presented as belonging to a certain category or as having a certain quality, but this attribution is not necessarily true or is being done for manipulative purposes.

For example, one might say "Hän toimi niin kuin kuuluviinaan jotain tärkeää," which translates to "He acted as if he had heard something important." This implies he was putting on an act. Another usage could be "Tämä projekti on kuuluvinaan menestyksekkääksi," meaning "This project is being presented as successful," with the implication that its success is questionable. The term captures a sense of feigned perception or attribution.