Pitämisekseen

Pitämisekseen is a Finnish grammatical construction that expresses the purpose or intention behind an action. It is formed by taking the infinitive of a verb and adding the suffix -kseen. This construction is often translated into English using phrases like "in order to," "for the purpose of," or simply by using a gerund or infinitive.

For example, the verb 'tulemaan' (to come) can be turned into 'tulemisekseen' to indicate why someone is coming. If someone says "Hän tuli tapaamisekseen" it means "He came for the purpose of meeting" or "He came to meet." The construction highlights the reason or goal that motivates the action described by the main verb.

Pitämisekseen can be used with a wide range of verbs, making it a versatile tool in Finnish grammar. It emphasizes the intent or objective of the subject performing the action. Understanding this construction is key to comprehending the nuances of Finnish sentence structure and expressing purpose effectively. It is commonly found in both spoken and written Finnish.