äskeinen

äskeinen is a Finnish adjective that translates to "recent," "just now," or "former" depending on the context. It refers to something that has happened or existed very recently.

When used to describe an event, äskeinen indicates that it occurred in the immediate past. For example, "äskeinen sade" would mean "the recent rain." In this sense, it implies a close temporal proximity to the present moment.

The adjective can also be used to describe something or someone that was recently in a certain state or position. For instance, "äskeinen työntekijä" could refer to a "former employee" who left their job very recently. This usage highlights a recent transition or change in status.

In some contexts, äskeinen can emphasize the freshness or newness of something. It suggests that something is not old or has not been around for a long time. The exact nuance often depends on the surrounding words and the overall sentence structure.

The word is derived from the Finnish adverb "äsken," meaning "just now" or "a moment ago." This root clearly illustrates the temporal aspect inherent in the adjective. It is a common word in everyday Finnish conversation and writing, used to convey a sense of recency.