Ottaisimme

Ottaisimme is a Finnish verb form that denotes the first-person plural conditional mood of the verb ottaa, meaning “to take.” In English, it translates as “we would take” or, in some contexts, expresses a polite or tentative suggestion such as “let us take.” The conditional mood in Finnish is used for hypothetical actions, offers, and statements dependent on a condition.

Formation and grammar: The form ottaisimme is derived from the verb stem ot- of ottaa, with the conditional marker -isi- and the first-person plural ending -mme. This combination yields the meaning “we would take.” Other related forms include ottaisin (I would take) and ottaisitte (you all would take). The conditional mood often appears in both spoken and written Finnish to discuss possibilities or to make polite proposals.

Usage: Ottaisimme is commonly found in negotiations, proposals, or hypothetical scenarios. It can soften statements or frame actions as contingent on favorable conditions, making it suitable for formal or tentative discourse.

Examples: Ottaisimme mielellämme tarjouksen, jos ehdot olisivat kohtuulliset. Tämä ehdotus olisi houkuttelevampi, jos kustannukset pysyisivät kurissa, ottaisimme sen vakavasti. These examples illustrate how ottaisimme expresses willingness under certain conditions.

See also: ota, ottaa, ottaisin, Finnish conditional mood.