älytä

"Älytä" is a Finnish verb that translates to "to realize," "to understand," "to grasp," or "to comprehend." It implies a sudden dawning of understanding or an intellectual breakthrough. The verb often suggests that a person has come to a realization or insight that was previously unclear. It can be used in contexts where someone finally understands a complex situation, a hidden meaning, or a solution to a problem. For example, one might say "Hän ei älytä, mitä tapahtuu" which means "He doesn't realize what is happening." The word is derived from the Finnish word "äly," meaning intelligence or intellect. The verb form "älytä" is used to describe the action of applying that intelligence to gain comprehension. It is a common verb in everyday Finnish conversation and literature, indicating a shift from a state of not knowing or not understanding to one of clarity and awareness.