Adjektiivikin

Adjektiivikin is a Finnish word that translates to "adjective too" or "also an adjective." It is a grammatical term used in Finnish linguistics to indicate that a word, which might typically function as another part of speech, can also be used attributively to modify a noun, thereby taking on an adjectival function. This phenomenon is known as adjectival conversion or zero derivation, where a word class is changed without adding any morphological affixes.

For example, nouns or adverbs in Finnish can sometimes be used as adjectives. When such a word is employed to describe a noun, it can be referred to as an adjektiivikin. This usage highlights the flexibility of the Finnish language and how context often determines a word's grammatical role. The "-kin" suffix in Finnish is a clitic particle that adds emphasis or indicates inclusion, similar to "too" or "also" in English. Therefore, adjektiivikin specifically points out that the word in question is *also* functioning as an adjective, perhaps in addition to its primary role. This concept is important for understanding the nuances of Finnish grammar and word formation.