Lyhyää

Lyhyää is a Finnish word that translates to "short" or "brief" in English. It is a commonly used adjective and adverb in the Finnish language. As an adjective, it modifies nouns to indicate a lack of length, duration, or extent. For example, "lyhyt matka" means "a short journey," and "lyhyt aika" means "a short time."

The word lyhyää can also be used as an adverb, describing how an action is performed. For instance, "hän puhui lyhyesti" translates to "he spoke briefly." In this context, it emphasizes conciseness and a lack of elaboration.

The grammatical form "lyhyää" is the partitive singular of the adjective "lyhyt." The partitive case in Finnish is used in various grammatical constructions, including after certain prepositions, with indefinite quantities, and when referring to a part of something. Therefore, "lyhyää" might appear in sentences where the adjective modifies a noun in the partitive case, or when it functions in a way that requires the partitive form. Understanding the context in which "lyhyää" appears is crucial for accurate translation and comprehension of Finnish sentences. The word's versatility allows it to express the concept of brevity in numerous situations.