liikkeeltään

Liikkeeltään is a Finnish word that translates to "in its movement," "in its motion," or "by its movement." It is a locative case form of the noun "liike," which means "movement" or "motion." This word is often used to describe the characteristic way something moves or operates. For example, one might say a dancer is "liikkeeltään sulava," meaning "graceful in her movement." Similarly, a machine could be described as "liikkeeltään tehokas," meaning "efficient in its operation." The phrase can also refer to the physical manner in which something is carried or transported. For instance, a statue might be described as "raskas liikkeeltään," indicating that it is heavy to move. The specific nuance of "liikkeeltään" depends heavily on the context in which it is used, but it always pertains to the quality or nature of motion or operation. It is a descriptive term that adds detail to how an action or entity functions or is handled.