puntaroida

puntaroida is a Finnish verb meaning to weigh on a scale or to weigh up, i.e., to assess something carefully. It is formed from puntari, a weighing scale, plus the -oida verb-forming suffix.

Literal use refers to measuring weight with a scale; figurative use describes evaluating options, weighing pros and cons, or considering potential consequences before making a decision. The term is common in everyday Finnish and in professional contexts where careful measurement or careful consideration is required.

In translations, puntaroida can be rendered as "to weigh" or "to weigh up," depending on context.