yleistyi

yleistyi is the past tense form of the Finnish verb yleistyä, meaning to become widespread or general. It describes a process whereby a phenomenon, practice, term, or idea that was initially limited or local gains broader acceptance or usage.

Origin and form: yleistyä is formed from the adjective yleinen (general, common) with suffixes that express a becoming. The noun form yleistyminen denotes the process of becoming widespread. The form yleistyi is the third-person singular past tense, used when the subject is singular and in the past.

Usage: The word is commonly used in journalism, sociology, and analytical writing to indicate diffusion of something beyond its origin. It can refer to social practices, technological adoption, linguistic terms, or cultural trends. It is typically employed to describe shifts over time, often with a sense of gradual or rapid spread.

Examples: Esimerkkejä: "Käsite yleistyi nopeasti 2000-luvulla." "Etätyö yleistyi koronapandemian aikana." These examples show how a concept or practice can move from a niche to a wider audience or user base.

See also: yleinen, yleistyminen.