uteliaasti

Uteliaasti is a Finnish adverb meaning "curiously" or "in a curious manner." It is derived from the adjective "utelias," which means "curious." The adverb form is used to describe how an action is performed, emphasizing a sense of inquisitiveness or eagerness to know or learn something.

For example, one might say "hän katsoi uteliaasti" which translates to "he/she looked curiously." This suggests the person was not just looking, but doing so with a desire to understand, investigate, or find out more. The word can also imply a slightly prying or intrusive curiosity, depending on the context. It is a common word in everyday Finnish conversation, used to add nuance to descriptions of behavior and expression. The adverbial ending "-sti" is a typical marker for adverbs in Finnish.