totaalisesti

Totaalisesti is a Finnish adverb that translates to "totally," "completely," or "entirely" in English. It is used to emphasize the absolute nature of something, indicating that it is done without reservation or exception. The word is derived from the Latin word "totus," meaning "whole."

In Finnish, totaalisesti can modify adjectives, verbs, or other adverbs. For example, one might say "olen totaalisesti väsynyt" (I am totally tired) or "hän onnistui totaalisesti" (he succeeded completely). It conveys a strong sense of finality or totality.

While its literal meaning is straightforward, totaalisesti can also be used colloquially to add emphasis or a sense of exasperation, similar to how "totally" is sometimes used in informal English. For instance, it might appear in expressions like "se oli totaalisesti pilalla" (it was totally ruined). The usage often depends on the context and the speaker's intention. It is a common word in everyday Finnish conversation and writing, adding a degree of intensity to statements.