vallinnallinen

Vallinnallinen is a Finnish adjective that translates to something like "optional," "discretionary," or "selective" in English. It describes something that is not mandatory, but rather left to individual choice or judgment. The term is often used in contexts where there are multiple possibilities or paths, and an individual can choose which one to follow.

For example, in educational settings, a "vallinnallinen" course is one that a student can choose to take, rather than being required to. Similarly, a decision or action described as "vallinnallinen" means it is not imposed but rather a matter of personal preference or discretion. The concept implies agency and the ability to make a choice based on one's own circumstances or desires. It contrasts with terms that denote obligation or necessity.