Kirjaantua

"Kirjaantua" is a Finnish verb that translates to "to register" or "to enroll" in English. It is commonly used in the context of official records, such as registering for a course, enrolling in a school, or registering for a government service. The verb is derived from the noun "kirja," which means "book" or "record," and the suffix "-antua," which indicates a change of state or condition.

The basic form of the verb is "kirjaantua," and it is conjugated in the third conjugation of Finnish verbs. The past tense form is "kirjaantui," and the past participle is "kirjaantunut." The verb can be used both intransitively and transitively. In the intransitive form, it indicates that someone or something has been registered or enrolled, as in "Hän kirjaantui kurssille" (He enrolled in the course). In the transitive form, it indicates that someone registers or enrolls someone or something, as in "Opiskelija kirjaantui kurssille" (The student enrolled in the course).

The verb "kirjaantua" is an important part of Finnish vocabulary, as it is used in various contexts related to official records and registrations. It is essential to understand the verb's usage and conjugation to communicate effectively in Finnish.