lahjakkaasti

Lahjakkaasti is a Finnish adverb meaning “in a talented or skilled manner.” It is used to describe actions performed with natural ability, often in areas such as art, sport, or professional tasks.

The form is derived from the adjective lahjakas meaning talented, itself from lahja meaning gift. The adverb is created with the suffix -sti, following a productive pattern in Finnish that yields words such as taidokkaasti and taitavasti. Lahjakkaasti carries a sense of notable skill or aptitude.

Usage notes: Lahjakkaasti typically modifies a verb, as in Hän soitti pianoa lahjakkaasti (He played the piano with talent). It conveys a positive evaluation of skill and can imply either natural ability or high level of proficiency. In practice, it is most common when describing performers, athletes, or workers who demonstrate evident talent. Depending on context, speakers may choose synonyms such as taidokkaasti (skillfully) or taitavasti (cleverly) to shift nuance toward craftsmanship or technique.

See also: taidokkaasti, taitavasti.