äänimäärällä

"Äänimäärällä" is a Finnish word that translates to "by the number of votes" or "based on the vote count" in English. It is commonly used in contexts related to elections, voting, or any situation where a decision or ranking is determined by the quantity of votes received.

When something is decided "äänimäärällä," it means that the outcome is not based on subjective criteria or personal opinions, but rather on a straightforward tally of individual votes. This can apply to various scenarios, such as electing a representative, determining the winner of a competition, or even ranking preferences among a group. The word emphasizes the quantitative aspect of the decision-making process, highlighting that the sheer number of votes cast for a particular option or candidate is the sole determinant of the result.

For instance, in a political election, a candidate who receives the highest "äänimäärällä" wins. Similarly, in a popularity contest or a voting poll, the individual or item with the largest number of votes is declared the winner based on the "äänimäärällä." This term is fundamental to understanding democratic processes and any system that relies on collective suffrage to reach a conclusion.