selvältä

Selvältä is a Finnish word that translates to "clearly" or "obviously" in English. It is an adverb used to indicate that something is evident, easy to understand, or undeniable. For example, one might say "Se oli selvältä" which means "It was obvious." The word is derived from the Finnish adjective "selvä," meaning "clear."

In its adverbial form, selvältä modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to emphasize their clarity or certainty. It can be used in various contexts, from describing a situation that is easy to perceive to stating a fact that is beyond doubt. The usage of selvältä often implies a lack of ambiguity or confusion.

The grammatical function of selvältä is to provide a degree of certainty or transparency to the statement it modifies. It can be used to express a personal observation of clarity or to state a generally accepted truth. For instance, "Hän toimi selvältä" could mean "He acted clearly," suggesting his actions were easy to interpret and not secretive. The word's versatility makes it a common element in everyday Finnish conversation and writing, contributing to precise and direct communication.