poliittiset

Poliittiset is a Finnish term used to describe matters related to politics. It is the plural form of the adjective poliittinen, and, as such, it agrees with plural nouns in Finnish. The word is commonly used to classify topics, debates, actors, or events as political. Examples include poliittiset päätökset (political decisions), poliittiset kysymykset (political questions), and poliittiset aiheet (political subjects).

Etymology and usage: Poliittinen is derived from politiikka (politics) with the -inen suffix, a productive pattern in Finnish for forming adjectives that denote relation or belonging. The term has become standard in modern Finnish political discourse, media, education, and public administration. In running text, poliittiset typically appears in lowercase; the capitalized Poliittiset may be used as a title, heading, or label for a collection, section, or organization.

See also: politics; Finnish language; political science.