löydöt

Löydöt is a Finnish noun meaning discoveries or findings. It is the plural form of löytö; the singular is löytö. The word derives from the verb löytää, “to find,” and is used to denote something that has been found or the result of an act of finding. In everyday language, löytö can also refer to a lucky or valuable find, but in formal use the sense more often corresponds to findings or discoveries in research and exploration.

In scientific and scholarly contexts, löydöt describe the findings or discoveries reported by research, experiments, or field work. They can refer to newly identified facts, observed patterns, or artifacts uncovered during excavations. In archaeology, for example, löydöt may denote objects such as pottery, tools, or remains uncovered during an excavation.

Distinctions from related terms: tulokset generally denote results derived from data analysis or measurement, whereas löytöt emphasize the discovered items or conclusions that result from investigation. The distinction is subtle and depends on field and style guide.

Notes on usage: The term comes from the verb löytää; it commonly appears in academic writing, museum catalogs, and media reporting about discoveries. The word captures both the act of finding and the things found, making it versatile across disciplines.