Keräilevätkin

Keräilevätkin is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "even collectors" or "also collectors." It is often used in contexts where someone is engaged in an activity that is not typically associated with collecting, but they begin to collect items related to that activity. The word itself is a compound of "keräillä" (to collect) and the clitic particle "-kin" (also, even).

The usage of keräilevätkin implies a slight surprise or a humorous observation. It suggests that the person or group in question has expanded their interests to include collecting, perhaps unexpectedly. For example, a group of hikers might find themselves keräilevästkin, collecting interesting rocks or unique fallen leaves they encounter on their trails. Similarly, a musician might become keräilevästkin of vintage instruments or rare sheet music.

The term highlights how collecting can emerge organically from other hobbies and passions. It points to the tendency of humans to find joy in amassing and organizing objects that hold personal significance or relate to their interests. The particle "-kin" softens the statement, making it more of a gentle observation than a strong declaration. It’s a colloquial expression that captures a common human behavior.