nimittävä

The Finnish word "nimittävä" is the present active participle of the verb "nimittää," which means to name, appoint, or nominate. As a participle, "nimittävä" functions as an adjective or adverb, describing something or someone that is in the process of naming, appointing, or nominating.

When used as an adjective, "nimittävä" can refer to a person or entity that is doing the naming or appointing. For example, one might speak of a "nimittävä taho," which translates to a "nominating entity" or "appointing body." It can also describe a process or action that involves naming or appointing.

In certain contexts, "nimittävä" can also have a more abstract meaning, suggesting something that confers a name or identity. However, its primary usage revolves around the act of designation or selection. The grammatical form of "nimittävä" will change depending on its role in the sentence, agreeing in number and case with the noun it modifies. Understanding the verb "nimittää" is key to grasping the nuances of "nimittävä."