pistäviä

Pistäviä is a Finnish word that translates to "stinging" or "prickly" in English. It is often used to describe a physical sensation that is sharp and causes discomfort, such as the feeling of nettles or a sharp object. The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is sharp, witty, or critical in a way that causes emotional discomfort. For example, a sarcastic comment could be described as "pistäviä." The context in which "pistäviä" is used determines whether it refers to a physical or an emotional experience. It conveys a sense of sharp, penetrating sensation.