Keuhkoillaan

Keuhkoillaan is a Finnish word that translates to "with their lungs" or "by means of their lungs." It is a grammatical form derived from the noun "keuhko," meaning lung. The "-illaan" ending indicates the adessive case, which in this context signifies the instrument or means by which an action is performed. Therefore, "keuhkoillaan" literally describes something happening or being done using or through the lungs.

This phrase is often used to describe actions related to breathing or vocalization. For instance, one might say a person sings keuhkoillaan, meaning they sing with full lung capacity or with their entire being, emphasizing the power and depth of their voice. Similarly, it can refer to any physiological process that relies on the lungs. The specific nuance of "keuhkoillaan" lies in highlighting the lungs as the active agent or the essential tool in the described action. It is a descriptive term that adds emphasis to the role of the lungs in a particular activity, be it physical exertion or emotional expression.