Pieniäkään

"Pieniäkään" is a Finnish word that translates to "even small" or "any small" in English. It is a plural form of the adjective "pieni" (small) combined with the particle "kään" (even/also). The particle "kään" is an enclitic that adds emphasis or a sense of inclusivity to the preceding word.

This word is commonly used in negative sentences to express that not even a small amount or instance of something exists or is present. For example, in the sentence "Minulla ei ollut pieniäkään rahaa" (I didn't have even small amounts of money), "pieniäkään" emphasizes the complete lack of funds. Similarly, "Ei ollut pieniäkään merkkejä pettymyksestä" translates to "There were not even small signs of disappointment."

The construction "pieniäkään" highlights the absence of even the most minimal elements. It serves to strongly negate the presence or existence of something, implying a total lack. The word is a common feature of everyday Finnish conversation and writing.