Aikuiselle

Aikuiselle is the allative singular form of the Finnish noun aikuinen (adult). It is used to indicate direction toward or a recipient in phrases that mean “to an adult” or “for an adult.” The corresponding plural form is aikuisille, meaning “to adults” or “for adults.”

Grammatically, aikuiselle is part of Finnish noun inflection. The allative case marks a target or recipient in many constructions, especially with verbs of giving or directing and with phrases describing intended audience or applicability. Aikuiselle thus contrasts with other cases of aikuinen, such as nominative aikui­nen, genitive aikuisen, or partitive aikuista.

Usage examples:

- Tämä opas on tarkoitettu aikuiselle. (This guide is intended for an adult.)

- Koulutus on suunnattu aikuisille. (The training is aimed at adults.)

- Lahjakortti aikuiselle toimitettiin postitse. (The gift card for an adult was delivered by mail.)

- Lainaukset olivat suunnattu aikuiselle lukijalle. (The quotations were intended for an adult reader.)

Notes:

- Aikuiselle functions as the recipient or target in sentences, whereas the subject or object of action may appear in other cases.

- The plural form aikuisille is used when referring to multiple adults as recipients or as the audience.

See also:

- aikuinen

- aikuisen, aikuisen, aikuisesta (other case forms)

- Finnish noun inflection and allative case guidelines