tajahtaa

Tajahtaa is a Finnish verb meaning "to be suitable" or "to fit," often used in the context of describing something as appropriate, appropriate in size, or well-suited for a particular purpose. The word is commonly employed in everyday speech and written Finnish to convey the idea that something aligns well with expectations or requirements.

The verb is conjugated in standard Finnish verb forms, such as *tajahtaa*, *tajahtaa*, *tajahti*, and *tajahtanut* in the present, imperative, past, and past participle forms, respectively. It is often used in phrases like *tämä vaate tajahtaa sinulle* ("this clothing fits you") or *ei tajahtanut suunnitelmiin* ("it did not fit the plans").

Tajahtaa can also carry a figurative meaning, suggesting that something is in harmony with a situation or context. For example, *tämä ratkaisu tajahtaa tilanteeseen* ("this solution fits the situation") implies that the solution is well-suited to resolving the issue at hand.

The word shares some semantic overlap with other Finnish verbs like *sopia* ("to suit" or "to agree"), though *tajahtaa* tends to emphasize physical or practical fit rather than abstract agreement. It is widely understood across Finnish-speaking regions, including Finland, Åland, and parts of Sweden.

In modern Finnish usage, *tajahtaa* remains a versatile term, applicable in both casual and formal contexts, though its precise meaning may vary slightly depending on regional dialect or personal interpretation.