Käheämpi

Käheämpi is the comparative form of the Finnish adjective "käheä," meaning hoarse. It is used to describe a voice or sound that is rougher, raspier, or more strained than a previous or baseline state. For instance, someone might say their voice is käheämpi after shouting at a concert or if they have a cold. The adjective describes a qualitative change in vocal quality, indicating an increase in hoarseness. This can occur due to various factors, including overuse of the voice, irritation of the vocal cords, or underlying medical conditions. The comparative form implies a comparison, either to how the voice was before or to how another voice might be. It is a common descriptor in everyday Finnish conversation when discussing vocal health or the effects of environmental factors on one's voice.