uudelleensäätää

The Finnish verb "uudelleensäätää" translates to "readjust" or "readjustment" in English. It is a compound word formed by the prefix "uudelleen-" meaning "again" or "re-", and the verb "säätää" which means "to adjust," "to set," or "to regulate." Therefore, "uudelleensäätää" specifically implies the act of adjusting something that has already been adjusted or set, often to correct a previous adjustment or to fine-tune it further.

This verb can be used in various contexts. For instance, one might "uudelleensäätää" a thermostat to achieve a more precise temperature, or "uudelleensäätää" a policy after observing its initial effects. In a more technical sense, it could refer to recalibrating a measuring instrument or readjusting the parameters of a system. The core meaning emphasizes the iterative nature of adjustment, suggesting a process of refinement or correction.

The term implies that a prior state or setting existed and that the current action is a modification of that existing state. It is distinct from simply "säätää" (to adjust) as it carries the connotation of a second or subsequent adjustment. This can occur when initial adjustments prove insufficient, incorrect, or when new information requires a change. The nuance lies in the "re-" aspect, highlighting a repeated or renewed process of regulation.