valtimolle

Valtimolle is the allative form of the Finnish noun valtimo, meaning artery. The allative case expresses direction toward a destination, so valtimolle is used when describing movement toward or targeting an artery. In medical or anatomical contexts, it can indicate the intended vessel for procedures such as injections, catheter placement, or arterial delivery of substances.

Etymology and form: Valtimo is a native Finnish word for an artery. The allative suffix -lle attaches to the noun stem to produce valtimolle in the singular. Related forms include valtimolla (on or at the artery), valtimolta (from the artery), and valtimolleille (to arteries, plural). The allative contrasts with other cases that denote location or origin, such as inessive, elative, or translative forms.

Usage notes: Valtimolle is primarily found in technical, clinical, or anatomical language. It appears in descriptions of procedures, pathways of medical treatments, or explanations of how substances reach the arterial system. In everyday Finnish, speakers are more likely to use other constructions depending on the exact spatial or directional meaning.

See also: valtimo, allative case, Finnish grammar.