pitämättä

Pitämättä is a Finnish idiomatic expression that roughly translates to "without trouble" or "in peace". It is often used as a metaphor for a situation or a state of affairs that is tranquil and free from conflict.

In Finnish culture, the concept of pitämättä is closely tied to the idea of jokamiehenoikeudet, or the rights of the common man, which emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with one's surroundings and respecting the sovereignty of others. When something is described as pitämättä, it implies that it is in a state of equilibrium, where all parties involved are content and there is no cause for concern.

Pitämättä is often used in the context of natural environments, such as a peaceful forest or a serene lake. It can also be applied to social situations, such as a harmonious family or a calm community. In all cases, the essence of pitämättä is about maintaining a balance and avoiding unnecessary conflict or tension.

In modern Finnish literature and everyday conversation, pitämättä is often used as a contrast to the opposite state of affairs, described by the expression "haittamattakaan", which means "with turmoil" or "in unrest". While not a direct antonym, the contrast between pitämättä and haittamattakaan highlights the importance of maintaining a state of equilibrium in both personal and collective lives.