tarkoittamien

Tarkoittamien is a Finnish attributive form derived from the verb tarkoittaa, meaning to mean or to intend. In grammar, it is the genitive plural form of the past participle adjective tarkoittama, which functions to describe nouns as “intended” or “meant.” The word is used before plural nouns, typically when the head noun appears in genitive or when the entire noun phrase expresses possession or a relationship governed by genitive case.

Morphology and usage notes. tarkoittama functions as an adjective-like participle and agrees with the head noun in number, case, and definiteness. In the genitive plural, it takes the ending -ien, producing tarkoittamien. This form is most commonly seen in complex noun phrases such as tarkoittamien projektien laajuus (the scope of the intended projects) or tarkoittamien asioiden vaikutus (the impact of the intended matters). The construction allows speakers to relate multiple items to the act of intention or purpose behind them.

Examples and nuance. The expression tarkoittamien X can refer to items that were specifically intended by someone, as opposed to items that were merely planned or general. It is often found in formal writing, reports, and analytical prose where the author distinguishes between what was intended and other possibilities. It is not a standalone noun; rather, it functions as an adjective within a noun phrase.

See also. Finnish grammar; participles as adjectives; genitive plural adjective inflections.