valmistetulle

Valmistetulle is a Finnish grammatical form derived from the past passive participle valmistettu, meaning made or prepared. In Finnish, participles can function as adjectives or as headwords in noun-like phrases; when the allative case suffix -lle is added, the form valmiste- becomes valmistetulle. The result is typically interpreted as “to/for the prepared (one)” and can function as a recipient or target of an action in a sentence.

Etymology and morphology: valmistettu comes from valmista- (to prepare or make) with the passive participle suffix -ttu. The allative suffix -lle marks direction toward or for the recipient or destination. Thus, valmistetulle combines the sense of something that has been prepared with the notion of being the target of an action.

Usage and context: valmistetulle is relatively rare in everyday Finnish and is most likely to appear in formal, technical, or instructional contexts, or in translations where a recipient is explicitly specified. It is more a grammatical possibility than a common lexical item, and speakers often rephrase to avoid ambiguity, for example by naming the recipient more explicitly (such as a person or a specific entity) or by choosing a different construction.

Examples: one common use is to indicate the recipient of actions or documents that have already been prepared. For instance, a sentence might read: Annettiin ohjeet valmistetulle. This illustrates the indirect-object role of the allative form, signaling “to the prepared one” who receives the instructions. As with other allative forms that attach to participles, context is important to ensure clear interpretation.

See also: Finnish grammar, allative case, past participles.