Käyttämämme

The Finnish word "käyttämämme" is a possessive participle. It translates to "that we use" or "used by us." This form is a unique aspect of Finnish grammar where a verb is modified to indicate possession or belonging to the subject of the sentence.

"Käyttämämme" is derived from the verb "käyttää," meaning "to use." The "-mme" ending signifies "our" or "we." Therefore, "käyttämämme" literally means "our used" or "the thing we use." It functions as an adjective or a pronoun, modifying a noun to specify that the noun is being used by the speaker or speakers.

For example, in the sentence "Tämä on käyttämämme auto," which translates to "This is the car that we use," "käyttämämme" modifies the noun "auto" (car). It clearly indicates that the car in question is the one used by "us." This grammatical construction allows for concise expression of possession and usage in Finnish. Unlike English, which might require a separate clause like "the car that we use," Finnish can often condense this into a single word. Understanding this possessive participle is key to comprehending the nuances of Finnish sentence structure.