Lyhyetkin

Lyhyetkin is a Finnish grammatical construction formed from the adjective lyhyt (short) in its plural form lyhyet, combined with the clitic particle -kin. The expression means “even the short ones” and is used to indicate inclusion of group members or items that might be overlooked or contrasted with others described as taller or longer. The -kin particle adds emphasis or inclusivity and can attach to other adjectives or pronouns in similar contexts.

Morphology and usage: The form lyhyetkin is created by taking the plural adjective lyhyet and adding -kin. It typically modifies a noun understood from context, or it can stand with a verb in sentences where the subject is implicit. In practice, it signals that a subset of a described group shares a characteristic that is being highlighted, sometimes with a hint of surprise or emphasis.

Examples: Lyhyetkin pääsivät mukaan. (Even the short ones made it in.) Lyhyetkin ihmiset voivat osallistua. (Even short people can participate.) Lyhyetkin vaihtoehdot voivat toimia. (Even the shorter options can work.) These examples illustrate how lyhyetkin can be used to stress inclusion alongside other, perhaps more expected, attributes.

Nuance and register: Lyhyetkin is common in everyday speech and in writing, especially when listing characteristics or comparing subgroups. It may carry a light, conversational tone; in highly formal contexts, alternatives such as myös or jopa might be preferred.