tyydyttävästi

tyydyttävästi is an adverb in the Finnish language. It translates to "satisfactorily" or "adequately" in English. It is used to describe an action or a state that meets a certain standard or expectation, even if it does not excel or is not perfect. The adverb is formed from the adjective "tyydyttävä" (satisfactory, adequate) by adding the adverbial suffix "-sti".

The word implies that something is sufficient for its purpose or meets the minimum requirements. It suggests a level of completion or acceptance without necessarily implying high quality or outstanding performance. For instance, a student might pass an exam "tyydyttävästi", meaning they achieved a passing grade but not necessarily a top mark. Similarly, a task might be completed "tyydyttävästi", indicating it is done and acceptable, but perhaps with room for improvement.

In its usage, "tyydyttävästi" often serves as a moderate assessment. It is less positive than terms like "erinomaisesti" (excellently) or "hyvin" (well), but more positive than negative descriptors. It can be used in various contexts, from evaluating work performance to describing the outcome of a process. The nuance of "tyydyttävästi" lies in its suggestion of meeting a baseline rather than exceeding it.