äänestettäessä

äänestettäessä is a Finnish word that translates to "when voting" or "in voting." It is the third infinitive form of the verb "äänestää," meaning "to vote." This grammatical form is used to describe an action or situation that occurs during the process of voting. It can indicate that something happens at the same time as voting or as a consequence of voting.

The word can be used in various contexts, such as in discussions about electoral procedures, the act of casting a ballot, or the general atmosphere surrounding an election. For example, one might say "äänestettäessä on tärkeää noudattaa ohjeita" which means "when voting, it is important to follow instructions." Another example could be "äänestettäessä kansalaiset käyttävät demokraattista oikeuttaan" translating to "when voting, citizens exercise their democratic right." The construction emphasizes the specific moment or condition of the voting process itself. It is a common and functional term in the Finnish language when referring to any situation involving elections or decision-making through voting.