Letsitiini

Letsitiini is a Finnish word that translates to "let's go" or "let's move on." It is a common colloquial expression used in everyday conversation to encourage action, initiate a departure, or signal a transition to a new topic or activity. The phrase is formed by combining the imperative form of the verb "mennä" (to go), which is "mene" (go), with the second-person plural pronoun "te" (you plural/formal), which becomes "ts" in this context due to a common phonetic contraction. The suffix "-tiini" is a colloquial and somewhat affectionate or informal ending, often added to verbs to create a sense of shared intent or a casual invitation.

The usage of letsitiini is versatile. It can be used to urge a group to leave a place, for example, "Letsitiini, meidän täytyy mennä kotiin" (Let's go, we need to go home). It can also be used to suggest starting an activity, such as "Letsitiini, aloitetaan kokous" (Let's go, let's start the meeting). Furthermore, it can serve as a way to move past a previous topic or situation, implying a desire to move forward, as in "Se asia on jo ohi, letsitiini" (That matter is already over, let's move on). The word's informal nature makes it most suitable for casual settings among friends, family, or colleagues with whom one has a relaxed relationship. While not a formal word found in standard Finnish dictionaries, its widespread use in spoken Finnish makes it a recognizable and integral part of informal communication.