valmistakaa

Valmistakaa is the second-person plural imperative form of the Finnish verb valmistaa, meaning to prepare or to manufacture. It is used to give a direct command or instruction to more than one person, for example in recipes, manuals, or procedures.

In Finnish, imperative forms change with number. The singular imperative is valmista, while the plural imperative is valmistakaa. The form is created from the verb stem valmist- with the suffix -akaa, following standard Finnish conjugation rules. This form is common in instructional contexts where a group is addressed.

Examples: Valmistakaa ruokaa yhdessä ennen klo 18. Valmistakaa tarvittavat tarvikkeet ennen aloitusta.

Notes: The plural imperative is a standard mood in Finnish used for commands directed at a group. It contrasts with the singular imperative valmista, which addresses one person. Valmistakaa appears frequently in written and spoken instructions, especially in kitchens, workshops, and other settings where a team performs coordinated tasks.