Mainittaisikaan

"Mainittaisikaan" is a Finnish word that translates roughly to "it is worth mentioning" or "it can be mentioned." It is used to introduce a piece of information that is considered noteworthy or significant, though perhaps not absolutely essential. The word implies a degree of importance or relevance that warrants bringing something to the attention of the listener or reader. It suggests that the following information, while perhaps not the main point, adds value or context to the discussion.

The word is a passive form of the verb "mainita," meaning "to mention." The "-ka" ending often indicates a possibility or concession, and the "-an" ending is a passive suffix. Therefore, "mainittaisikaan" literally conveys the idea of "it could be mentioned" or "it is mentionable." It is often used in a slightly understated manner, implying that the point being introduced is indeed important but without overemphasizing its significance. For instance, one might say "Sää oli kaunis, ja mainittaisikaan, että aurinko paistoi" which translates to "The weather was beautiful, and it can be mentioned that the sun was shining." This suggests that while the beautiful weather is the primary observation, the sunshine is a detail worth adding.