yhteenotettu

Yhteenotettu is a Finnish word that translates to "collided," "crashed," or "met head-on" in English. It is often used to describe the physical impact between two or more objects, particularly vehicles. The term implies a sudden and forceful encounter.

The word can also be used figuratively to describe situations where two opposing ideas, forces, or groups clash. For example, in a debate, differing opinions might be described as having "yhteenotettu." In a broader sense, it can refer to any instance of conflict or strong disagreement.

The grammatical form "yhteenotettu" is the past passive participle of the verb "yhteen lyödä" (to strike together) or "yhteen törmätä" (to collide). Therefore, it describes something that has been subjected to a collision or clash. It is a common term in Finnish news reports, especially when covering traffic accidents or other incidents involving physical impact.