monimuotoiselle

Monimuotoiselle is the allative singular form of the Finnish adjective monimuotoinen, meaning diverse or multiform. It is used when the noun it modifies is in the allative case, typically to indicate direction toward or suitability for a group or context (for example, monimuotoiselle yleisölle or monimuotoiselle kohderyhmälle).

Etymology and meaning

The adjective monimuotoinen combines moni- (many) with muotoinen (shaped, formed), conveying the idea of “composed of many forms.” The allative form monimuotoiselle mirrors the noun’s case, enabling phrases that describe something intended for or directed at a diverse subject or audience.

Usage

Monimuotoiselle appears in contexts such as programs, services, or materials designed for a diverse audience or multiple user groups. Examples include:

- monimuotoiselle yleisölle suunnattu ohjelma (a program aimed at a diverse audience)

- monimuotoiselle kohderyhmälle tarkoitetut tuotteet (products intended for a diverse target group)

- monimuotoiselle oppimisympäristölle sopivat ratkaisut (solutions suitable for a multi-form learning environment)

Morphology

- Monimuotoinen declines like other adjectives. The allative singular form is monimuotoiselle; plural allative is monimuotoisille.

- Other common forms include monimuotoisen (genitive singular) and monimuotoista (partitive singular). The exact endings follow standard Finnish adjective-inflection patterns to match the noun’s case and number.

Related terms

- monimuotoisuus (diversity)

- monipuolinen (versatile, varied)

- muoto (form)

See also

Kielitoimiston sanakirja and standard Finnish grammar references for adjective declension and allative usage.