sumuttimella

Sumuttimella is the Finnish instrumental/adessive form of the noun sumutin, meaning a sprayer or atomizer. In Finnish grammar, the suffix -lla or -llä marks the instrument or means by which an action is performed, so sumuttimella translates to “with a sprayer” or “by means of a sprayer.” It is commonly used to indicate the tool used to apply liquids such as plant protection products, cleaning agents, water, or fragrances.

The word is typically found in technical, agricultural, or instructional contexts, where the method of application is important. As a form of sumutin, sumuttimella is not a standalone object but a grammatical form that connects the instrument to the action described by the verb.

Common usage examples include:

- Neste sumutettiin sumuttimella. (The liquid was sprayed with a sprayer.)

- Kasvinsuojeluaineet levitettiin sumuttimella. (Pesticides were applied with a sprayer.)

In everyday Finnish, sumuttimella appears primarily in manuals, product labels, or manuals that describe how to apply liquids or solutions. It is often contrasted with other instrumental forms such as “sumuttimella” versus “käsin” (by hand) or “pressopullon” (with a spray bottle), depending on the device used.

See also: sumutin (sprayer), sumuttaminen (spraying), sumuttuspullo (spray bottle), verstettävät välineet for spraying equipment.