No. 635 in Finnish
edustaja
"Edustaja" means "representative" in English.
In a sentence
Hän on yrityksen edustaja.
They are a representative of the company.
In this sentence, 'edustaja' means 'representative,' referring to someone who acts or speaks on behalf of a company.
Edustaja puhui kokouksessa.
The representative spoke at the meeting.
Here, 'edustaja' refers to an individual, likely chosen to convey information or decisions, who represented a group during a meeting.
Kansanedustaja teki aloitteen uudesta laista.
The member of parliament proposed a new law.
'Edustaja' in this context is part of the compound 'kansanedustaja,' meaning 'member of parliament,' specifying a representative role within a government.
Kokouksen edustaja esitti uuden ehdotuksen.
The representative at the meeting proposed a new suggestion.
In this sentence, 'edustaja' is used to refer to a person who represents others in a formal meeting or assembly.
Yrityksen edustaja vastasi kysymyksiin tiedotustilaisuudessa.
The company's representative answered questions at the press conference.
Here, 'edustaja' denotes a representative acting on behalf of a company in a public or professional setting.
Edustaja voi käyttää puheenvuoron ennen äänestystä.
The representative may take the floor before the vote.
In this example, 'edustaja' is used in the political or organizational context where the person represents others in decision-making settings.
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