lataettavaksi

Lataettavaksi is a Finnish non-finite verb form derived from the verb lata- meaning to load or to download. It combines the participial suffix -ttava, which yields a meaning akin to “able to be downloaded,” with the translative suffix -ksi, creating a subtle sense of “for the purpose of becoming downloadable” or “to be downloaded.” In practice, lataettavaksi functions as a predicative or modifier that describes something as intended to be downloaded.

Grammatical use and function

The form is primarily used in written language, especially in technical or instructional contexts, to indicate that a file, update, or other item is intended for download. It is commonly seen in product metadata, UI labels, or documentation. The expression can occur in phrases such as lataettavaksi tarkoitettu tiedosto (a file intended to be downloaded) or in a clause like Tiedosto on lataettavaksi (The file is to be downloaded). As a non-finite form, lataettavaksi does not act as a finite verb by itself; it typically appears in conjunction with verbs like olla (to be) or tule- to indicate state or future action.

Relation to related forms

Lataettava is the base form meaning “downloadable” or “able to be downloaded.” Lataettavaksi is the translative counterpart used to express the destination or outcome of the action, often translated more fluidly as “for downloading” or “to be downloaded.” Finnish speakers may also encounter phrases combining lataettavaksi with muita nominal phrases, such as lataettavaksi tarkoitettu tiedosto, to convey specific intent.

See also

Finnish non-finite verb forms, especially the -ttava/-ttävä participial series; translative suffix -ksi; usage of predicative non-finite forms in technical writing.