lyhytikäiset

Lyhytikäiset is a Finnish term that translates to "short-lived" or "ephemeral" in English. It is often used to describe phenomena, objects, or concepts that have a limited duration or lifespan. The term can be applied in various contexts, from natural occurrences to human-made creations.

In nature, Lyhytikäiset can refer to things like certain wildflowers that bloom for only a few weeks each year, or the ephemeral beauty of a rainbow. It can also describe the short lifespan of some insects or the transient nature of weather patterns.

In a broader sense, Lyhytikäiset can be used to describe trends that quickly fade, fads that lose popularity, or even political movements that are short-lived. It can also apply to ideas or projects that are not sustainable in the long term. The concept emphasizes the fleeting quality of existence and the impermanence of many things around us. The opposite of Lyhytikäiset would be concepts or objects described as pitkäikäiset, meaning "long-lived" or "durable."