This is the 903rd most frequent Finnish word.
pohjalta
"From the bottom" or "based on."
'Pohjalta' is used to denote 'based on' or 'on the basis of', indicating that his decision was influenced or justified by the research findings.
Hän teki päätöksen tutkimuksen pohjalta.
He made the decision based on the research.
Here, 'pohjalta' is translated as 'at the bottom of', referring to the physical location at the lowest point of the lake.
Järven pohjalta löydettiin muinainen vene.
An ancient boat was found at the bottom of the lake.
In this usage, 'pohjalta' signifies 'on the basis of' in a figurative sense, with the underlying principle of trust being the foundation for the agreement.