toimuvat

Toimuvat is a Finnish word form that can function as both a verb form and a present active participle used as an adjective. It is derived from the verb toimia, meaning to act, operate, or function.

As a verb, toimivat is the present tense, third-person plural form of toimia. It is used with plural subjects to mean “they operate” or “they are functioning.” Examples: Koneet toimivat hyvin. The machines are functioning well. Laitteet toimivat ilman ongelmia. The devices operate without problems.

As a present active participle used as an adjective, toimivat is the plural form of the participle toimiva. It describes nouns that are functioning or operational. Examples: toimivat laitteet (devices that function), toimivat ohjelmat (programs that operate). The singular forms are toimiva (masculine/feminine) or toimiva laite (a functioning device).

Usage notes and nuance include the fact that context clarifies whether toimivat functions as a verb or as an adjective. In technical or mechanical contexts, the participle use is common to describe equipment or software that is currently operating correctly. The related forms include toimia (to act/operate) and toimiva (functional/operating, singular), which together cover the core meanings of the term in Finnish.

See also: toimia, toimiva, toiminnan.