luetakse

luetakse is a Finnish verb meaning "is read" or "is considered". It is the passive present tense form of the verb "lukea," which means "to read." This passive form is used when the subject of the sentence is the recipient of the action of reading, rather than the performer.

For example, in the sentence "Kirja luetakse," it translates to "The book is read." Here, "kirja" (book) is the subject, and it is undergoing the action of being read. The verb "luetakse" indicates that this reading is happening in the present.

The passive voice in Finnish is often formed by adding "-ta/-tä" or "-kse-" to the verb stem, though "luetakse" is a common and regular formation. It can also be used in a more general sense of "is considered" or "is regarded as." For instance, "Häntä luetakse taitavaksi" means "He/She is considered skilled." In this context, "luetakse" conveys an opinion or a general perception rather than a literal act of reading. Understanding this passive form is crucial for comprehending various sentence structures in Finnish, particularly those that describe states or situations where the agent performing the action is not specified or is unimportant.