pohjauduttava

Pohjauduttava is a Finnish verb that translates to "to be based on" or "to be grounded in." It is used to describe a situation, idea, or action that has a foundation or underlying principle. The verb is derived from the noun "pohja," meaning "base" or "bottom."

When something is described as "pohjauduttava," it implies that it is not arbitrary but has a logical or factual origin. For example, scientific theories are said to pohjauduttava empirical evidence. Similarly, a person's opinion might pohjauduttava their personal experiences or beliefs. In legal contexts, decisions often pohjauduttava existing laws or precedents.

The verb can be used in various grammatical forms. The infinitive is "pohjauduttava," and in the third person singular present tense, it is "pohjauduttuu." For instance, "Tämä päätös pohjauduttuu lakiin" means "This decision is based on the law." The past tense would be "pohjauduttui," as in "Hänen teoriansa pohjauduttui vanhoihin tutkimuksiin" ("His theory was based on old studies"). Understanding this verb is key to comprehending how Finnish speakers express the concept of having a solid foundation for something.