poikennuttaa

Poikennuttaa is a Finnish verb that translates to "to deviate" or "to go astray" in English. It is derived from the noun "poikkeama," which means "deviation" or "divergence." The verb is commonly used in contexts where something or someone strays from a standard, expected, or correct path. For example, "Jos poikennut reitiltä, käänny vasemmalle" translates to "If you deviate from the path, turn left."

The term can also be used metaphorically to describe actions or decisions that go against conventional wisdom or established norms. For instance, "Yhtiö poikennutti odotuksista" means "The company deviated from expectations."

In a more general sense, poikennuttaa can refer to any form of deviation or divergence from a norm, pattern, or rule. It is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, from describing physical paths to discussing abstract concepts like opinions or beliefs.