läpinälynäinen

Läpinälynäinen is a Finnish word that describes something that is not completely transparent but allows some light to pass through, often with a diffused or hazy quality. It suggests a state of partial visibility, where objects can be vaguely discerned but not seen clearly. This contrasts with läpinäkyvä, which means perfectly transparent, like clear glass.

The term can be applied to various physical phenomena and materials. For instance, frosted glass or a thin fog could be described as läpinälynäinen. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or explanation that is not entirely clear or easy to understand. In this sense, it implies a lack of complete clarity, leaving room for interpretation or ambiguity. The nuance of the word lies in the partial obstruction of vision or understanding, creating an effect that is neither fully opaque nor fully transparent. It signifies a degree of indistinctness or haziness.