kääntata

Kääntata is a Finnish word that translates to "turn" or "rotate" in English. It is a verb and can be used in various contexts, both literally and figuratively.

In a literal sense, kääntata refers to the act of changing the position of an object by turning it around an axis. For example, one might kääntata a door to open it, or kääntata a knob to adjust a setting. The word can also describe the movement of a vehicle, such as a car kääntataing a corner.

Figuratively, kääntata can mean to change one's mind or opinion, to convert to a different belief, or to adapt to new circumstances. For instance, someone might kääntata their views on a political issue, or a company might kääntata its business strategy. The phrase "kääntää kelkka" literally means "to turn the sledge" and is an idiom for a complete change of direction or opinion.

The word kääntata is derived from the root "kääntää," which also means to turn. The addition of the "-ta" suffix often indicates a frequentative or intensive aspect, suggesting a repeated or thorough turning action. However, in modern Finnish, "kääntää" is more commonly used in most contexts, and "kääntata" might be considered somewhat archaic or specific in its usage. Its grammatical function remains that of a verb.