välitellä

Välitellä is a Finnish verb that generally translates to "to care about," "to mind," or "to be concerned about." It often appears in the negative form, *ei välitä*, meaning "doesn't care," "doesn't mind," or "is not concerned."

The verb expresses a lack of concern or interest in something or someone. For instance, if someone says *En välitä siitä* they mean "I don't care about that." Similarly, *Hän ei välitä mitä muut ajattelevat* translates to "They don't care what others think."

In some contexts, *välitellä* can imply a degree of emotional investment or engagement. When used positively, *välitellä* suggests having feelings or showing concern. However, its most common usage is in the negative, highlighting indifference or a lack of emotional response. It is a versatile verb that captures a range of attitudes from apathy to active disinterest.