soimalla

soimalla is a Finnish word that translates to "by playing" or "through playing" in English. It is the adessive case of the word "soitto," which means music, playing, or a tune. The adessive case in Finnish is used to indicate the means or manner by which something is done. Therefore, "soimalla" specifically refers to the act of achieving something or experiencing something as a result of playing music or engaging in playing.

This word can be used in various contexts. For instance, one might say "Hän oppi kielen soimalla" which means "He learned the language by playing." Here, "soimalla" implies that the learning process was facilitated through musical activities or a playful approach. Another example could be "Musiikki rauhoittaa soimalla" meaning "Music calms by playing." This suggests that the act of playing music itself possesses a calming effect. The nuance of "soimalla" emphasizes the active process of playing as the direct cause or instrument of an outcome. It is a grammatical construction that highlights the agency of musical performance or playful engagement in bringing about a specific result or state.