mielipiteinä

Mielipiteinä is the plural essive form of the Finnish noun mielipide, meaning opinion. The form translates roughly as “as opinions” or “in the form of opinions” and is used to present statements, proposals, or positions as opinions rather than as facts. The singular essive is mielipiteenä.

Grammatically, mielipide is the root; the plural nominative is mielipiteet, and the plural essive is mielipiteinä. The essive case expresses a temporary state or role, roughly comparable to the English “as.” It is common in discussions, reports, and journalism when referring to several people’s or groups’ stances.

Usage examples:

- Keskustelun aikana osallistujat esittivät vaihtoehtoja mielipiteinä.

- Raportissa eri näkökulmat ovat esitetty mielipiteinä.

Notes:

Mielipiteinä signals subjectivity; it distinguishes presented positions from established facts. The form is versatile in formal and informal Finnish, especially when summarizing multiple viewpoints or proposals.

See also:

Mielipide, essive case, Finnish grammar.