Ennekaikkea

Ennekaikkea is a Finnish linguistic concept that refers to a group of words that are characterized by their repetitive structure. The term "ennekaikkea" is itself an example of this structure, as it consists of a root "enne" meaning "before" or "in front of," followed by the suffix "kaikkea" which is a variant of "kaikkea" meaning "everything" or "all". This kind of repetition is not limited to simplelicative compound words, but also extends to more complex phrases and idiomatic expressions.

In Finnish linguistics, ennekaikkea words often originate from functional adverbs, such as ennen- "before" and kaikkien- "of all". These words are often combined to form new compounds or phrases. For instance, words like "ennekaikkee" (preposition) and "ennekaikkea" (adverb) can be formed by combining the root "ennen" with the suffix "kaikkea".

Some examples of ennekaikee phrases include "ennen kaikkea muuta" which literally translates to "before all else" and has the sense of "primarily" or "above all". The combination of "ennen" and "kaikkea" can serve to emphasize or add a nuance to another verb or action in a sentence. While ennekaikee phrases may seem complex, they are an integral part of the Finnish language and are frequently used in everyday communication.

The use and formation of ennekaikee words can be seen in the field of Finnish linguistics and are studied in conjunction with other aspects of Finnish morphology and syntax.