päihtymätön

Päihtymätön is a Finnish word that translates to "sober" or "not intoxicated" in English. It describes a state of being where a person's mental and physical faculties are not impaired by the influence of alcohol or other psychoactive substances. This condition is often associated with clearheadedness, the ability to make rational decisions, and full control over one's actions.

In legal contexts, being päihtymätön is crucial for many activities. For instance, operating a motor vehicle or performing certain professional duties requires a person to be in this state. Public intoxication, the opposite of being päihtymätön, is often subject to legal restrictions and penalties. The concept also extends to personal well-being and social interactions, where sobriety allows for genuine connection and responsible behavior.

The term implies a voluntary state of not consuming intoxicating substances, or having fully recovered from their effects. It signifies a return to one's normal baseline functioning. While often understood in relation to alcohol, päihtymätön can also refer to being free from the influence of drugs or other mind-altering agents. The emphasis is on unimpaired judgment and physical coordination.