määriltään

Määriltään is a Finnish adverb that translates to "in terms of quantity," "by quantity," or "as to quantity." It is used to specify or limit a statement by focusing on the amount or number of something. For instance, one might say that a particular product is "määriltään suuri," meaning "large in terms of quantity" or "a large quantity." Similarly, "määriltään pieni" would signify "small in terms of quantity."

This adverb is often employed in contexts where precision regarding the volume, count, or extent of something is important. It can be used to compare items based on their quantities, or to describe the characteristics of a collection or group. For example, when discussing a sample size in a study, one might refer to it as being "määriltään riittävä," meaning "sufficient in terms of quantity."

The word "määriltään" is derived from the noun "määrä," which means quantity, amount, or number. The suffix "-ltään" indicates the genitive case, functioning here to specify the aspect being considered. Therefore, the literal breakdown suggests "from its quantity" or "of its quantity." Its usage helps to refine descriptions, ensuring clarity about what aspect of a subject is being discussed.