Eipääverbimuoto

Eipääverbimuoto refers to a negative verb form in the Finnish language. It is constructed by combining the negative auxiliary verb "ei" with the infinitive form of the main verb, followed by the person and number ending. This construction is used to negate actions or states of being in the present tense. For example, "en mene" means "I do not go." The auxiliary verb "ei" changes according to the person and number of the subject (e.g., "en" for first person singular, "et" for second person singular, "ei" for third person singular, "emme" for first person plural, "ette" for second person plural, "eivät" for third person plural). The main verb remains in its infinitive form. This is a fundamental aspect of Finnish grammar for expressing negation. It is important to distinguish eipääverbimuoto from other forms of negation, such as those used in the past tense or with imperative moods. Understanding this verb construction is crucial for both comprehending and producing grammatically correct Finnish sentences.