Lähettäisitkö

"Lähettäisitkö" is a Finnish word that translates to "Would you send" or "Could you send" in English. It is a polite and common way to ask someone to perform the action of sending something. The word is a conditional form of the verb "lähettää," which means "to send." The "-isitkö" ending indicates a second-person singular or plural conditional question.

This phrase can be used in a variety of contexts, from everyday communication to more formal requests. For example, one might ask a friend "Lähettäisitkö minulle kuvan?" meaning "Would you send me a picture?" or a colleague might inquire "Lähettäisitkö raportin sähköpostitse?" which translates to "Could you send the report via email?" The use of the conditional form "lähettäisitkö" softens the request, making it less demanding than a direct imperative like "Lähetä!" (Send!). It implies a degree of consideration for the recipient's ability or willingness to fulfill the request. The word is a fundamental part of expressing polite requests in the Finnish language.