sellaisinaan
Sellaisinaan is a Finnish adverb meaning “as such,” “in that form,” or “without alteration.” It is used to indicate that something should be left in its current state or to refer to what has just been described, exactly as it was stated. The term functions to preserve the described condition rather than to modify it.
Etymology and form: The word is built from the demonstrative adjective sellainen, meaning “such,” combined with
Usage: Sellaisinaan appears in both speech and writing. Common examples include: “Jätä se sellaisinaan” (Leave it
Nuance and register: The term is versatile and widely understood in Finnish. It is not overly casual,
Related forms: Related words include sellainen (such/such a), sellaisena (in that form), and sellaisuus (the nature