tilautunut

Tilautunut is a Finnish word that translates to "overwhelmed" or "flooded" in English. It is often used to describe a state of being inundated with too much of something, whether it be work, emotions, or information. The word itself is derived from "tilata," meaning "to order" or "to subscribe," suggesting a sense of being filled beyond one's capacity.

In everyday conversation, someone might say they are "tilautunut töistä," meaning they are overwhelmed with work. This can also extend to emotional states, where a person might feel "tilautunut surusta" (overwhelmed by sadness) or "tilautunut ilosta" (overwhelmed by joy), indicating an intensity of feeling that is difficult to manage. The concept can also apply to situations, such as a city being "tilautunut turisteista" (flooded with tourists).

The feeling of being tilautunut implies a loss of control or a sense of being unable to cope with the current situation. It highlights a state where external factors or internal emotions have surpassed an individual's ability to process or manage them effectively. While it often carries a negative connotation of stress or distress, it can also be used to describe an intense, even positive, experience that is simply too much to handle at once.