Esiintyessään

Esiintyessään is a Finnish word that translates to "performing" or "appearing" in English. It is the inessive plural of the third infinitive of the verb "esiintyä," which means to perform, appear, or present oneself. The word is commonly used in contexts related to public appearances, artistic performances, or any situation where someone is presenting themselves to an audience or a group.

The grammatical form "esiintyessään" specifically indicates an action happening concurrently with another action. For instance, one might say "Hän lauloi esiintyessään" which translates to "She sang while performing." This highlights that the singing was an integral part of the performance itself. The inessive case in Finnish denotes a state of being within or inside something, and in this context, it refers to the state of being engaged in the act of performing.

The term can be applied to various types of performances, including musical concerts, theatrical plays, public speeches, or even an animal appearing in its natural habitat. The nuance of the word lies in its focus on the act of being present and active in a given setting, rather than simply being there. It implies a deliberate and often public display of skill, presence, or action. The plural form suggests that this action is happening to multiple entities or is a repeated occurrence.