Lyhyenä

Lyhyenä is a Finnish word that translates to "shortly" or "in short" in English. It is an adverb used to indicate that something is brief, concise, or will be done in a limited amount of time. The word is derived from the adjective "lyhyt," meaning "short."

In everyday Finnish conversation, "lyhyenä" is often used to summarize a point or to indicate that an explanation will be kept brief. For example, one might say "Selitän sen lyhyenä," meaning "I will explain it shortly." It can also refer to a period of time, as in "Olen poissa vain lyhyenä," which translates to "I will be away only for a short time."

The word's usage is straightforward and its meaning is consistent across different contexts. It serves as a useful linguistic tool for conveying brevity and conciseness in the Finnish language. Its presence allows speakers to efficiently communicate the duration or extent of something without unnecessary elaboration. The grammatical form "lyhyenä" is the essive case of "lyhyt," indicating a state or manner.