täyttääverbistä

The Finnish word "täyttää" is a versatile verb with several distinct meanings. Its most literal translation is "to fill" or "to stuff." This can refer to physically filling a container with something, such as "täyttää lasi vedellä" (to fill a glass with water). It can also mean to complete or fulfill a requirement or obligation, like "täyttää hakemuslomake" (to fill out an application form) or "täyttää velvollisuutensa" (to fulfill one's duties).

Another common usage of "täyttää" is in the context of reaching a certain age or quantity. For instance, "täyttää 18 vuotta" means "to turn 18 years old." Similarly, a reservoir might "täyttää" (fill up) with water after rain. In a more abstract sense, it can imply satisfaction or contentment, such as when something "täyttää" one's needs or desires. The verb can also be used transitively, meaning something or someone fills a space or role, like "hän täyttää paikkansa hyvin" (he fills his place well). Understanding the context is key to accurately interpreting the meaning of "täyttää" in a Finnish sentence.