Kolmannille

Kolmannille is a Finnish grammatical form derived from the ordinal number kolmas, meaning "the third." It functions as the allative case form used to indicate direction toward the third item, level, or stage in a sequence.

Usage and examples: It attaches to a noun in allative usage, typically a noun indicating location or destination. Common phrases include kolmannille luokalle (to the third grade) and kolmannille kierrokselle (to the third round). The form helps specify that something is directed toward or designated for the third item in a series.

Function and nuance: Kolmannille is used when the speaker wants to emphasize the intended destination or target within a sequence, rather than an ordinal quality of the item itself. It often appears in educational contexts, sports, travel, or competition planning.

Etymology and related forms: derived from kolmas (the third) with the allative suffix -lle. The corresponding genitive or partitive forms follow regular Finnish inflection patterns.

See also: Finnish grammar, ordinal numbers, allative case, case inflection.