pääasiat
Pääasiat is a Finnish noun that refers to the essential points, main matters, or core elements of a topic, discussion, or plan. It is used to identify what is most important to consider or communicate, as opposed to less central details.
Etymology: The compound comes from pää, meaning head or main, and asiat, meaning things or matters. In
Usage: The term is common in education, project planning, journalism, and everyday speech to summarize priorities
Nuances and related terms: Pääasiat emphasizes essentials, in contrast to minor details. Related expressions include tärkeimmät
Context and usage notes: In meetings, reports, and instructional texts, focusing on pääasiat helps steer discussions