ulkomuodoltaan

Ulkomuodoltaan is a Finnish word that translates to "in terms of appearance" or "outwardly" in English. It is an adverbial form derived from the noun "ulkomuoto," which means "outward appearance," "look," or "form." The word is commonly used to describe or qualify something based on its visual characteristics.

When used in a sentence, "ulkomuodoltaan" typically precedes the adjective or descriptive phrase that characterizes the appearance. For example, one might say "rakennus on ulkomuodoltaan vanhanaikainen," meaning "the building is old-fashioned in appearance." Similarly, "hevonen oli ulkomuodoltaan vaikuttava" translates to "the horse was impressive in appearance."

The term can be applied to a wide range of subjects, including people, animals, objects, buildings, and even abstract concepts when referring to their external presentation. It focuses solely on the visual aspect, distinguishing it from descriptions that might include functionality, origin, or internal qualities. The use of "ulkomuodoltaan" allows for a precise way to comment on the visual presentation of something, emphasizing that the description pertains specifically to how it looks.