terävöityä

Terävöityä is a Finnish verb that translates to "to sharpen" or "to become sharper." It describes a process of increasing in sharpness, either literally or figuratively. In a physical sense, it can refer to the sharpening of an object, such as a knife or a pencil, making its edge or point more acute. For example, "Hänen täytyi terävöityä veitsensä" means "He had to sharpen his knife."

Figuratively, terävöityä can describe the improvement of one's mental faculties or skills. This could involve becoming more focused, alert, or proficient. For instance, "Opiskelijoiden täytyy terävöityä ennen koetta" means "The students need to sharpen their minds before the exam." It can also imply a refinement of understanding or perception, leading to a clearer or more insightful perspective. The verb suggests a movement towards a more effective or precise state. The passive form, terävöityä, indicates that the subject is undergoing this sharpening process.