Kysymysnimi

Kysymysnimi is a Finnish term that translates to "question name" or "interrogative pronoun" in English. It refers to a word used in Finnish to ask a question. These words function similarly to interrogative pronouns in other languages, such as "who," "what," "where," "when," "why," and "how" in English.

The most common kysymysnimi in Finnish is "kuka," which means "who" (singular, for animate beings). For animate beings in plural, "ketkä" is used. For inanimate things or abstract concepts, "mikä" is the equivalent of "what" (singular), and "mitkä" is used for the plural. Other important kysymysnimi include "missä" (where, static location), "mihin" (where to, direction), "mistä" (where from, origin), "milloin" (when), "miksi" (why), and "miten" (how).

These question words are crucial for forming interrogative sentences in Finnish. They typically appear at the beginning of a question, although their position can vary for emphasis. Understanding and using kysymysnimi correctly is fundamental to forming grammatically correct and meaningful questions in the Finnish language. They are a core part of Finnish grammar and essential for everyday communication.