läpinäkymättömän

"Läpinäkymätön" is a Finnish adjective that translates to "opaque" in English. It describes a material or substance that does not allow light to pass through it, making it impossible to see objects on the other side. This property is the opposite of transparency, where light can pass through freely.

In everyday language, "läpinäkymätön" can refer to various things. For example, a painted wall is läpinäkymätön, as is a piece of wood or a thick fabric. When referring to liquids, it suggests they are cloudy or contain suspended particles that prevent clear visibility.

Beyond its literal meaning related to light, "läpinäkymätön" can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is difficult to understand, mysterious, or intentionally concealed. For instance, a complex bureaucratic process might be described as läpinäkymätön if its workings are unclear to outsiders. Similarly, someone's motives could be considered läpinäkymätön if they are not openly revealed. This figurative usage highlights a lack of clarity or transparency in a situation or intention. The opposite of this metaphorical sense would be something clear, understandable, or transparent in its dealings.