matemaittisesti

Matemaittisesti is a Finnish adverb that is generally considered a misspelling of the standard form matemaattisesti. It is used with the intended meaning “in a mathematical way” or “mathematically,” describing reasoning, methods, or conclusions that follow mathematical principles.

The correct form is matemaattisesti, formed from the adjective matemaattinen (mathematical) with the adverbial suffix -isesti. The standard spelling reflects Finnish orthography and morphology, where adverbs are typically built from adjectives in this way. Matemaittisesti does not appear as a recognized variant in Finnish dictionaries, and it is usually flagged as incorrect in formal writing.

Usage guidance: In formal or published Finnish, use matemaattisesti. The form matemaittisesti may show up in informal writing, drafts, quick notes, or typographical errors, but it should be corrected in polished text. There is no separate or distinct meaning associated with matemaittisesti beyond being a nonstandard spelling of the same concept.

Examples:

- Päätelmät voidaan esittää matemaattisesti.

- Lähestymistavoite on matemaattisesti johdonmukainen.

See also: matemaattinen, matematiikka, Finnish orthography, adverb formation in Finnish.