Pitkäaikaisempi

The Finnish word "pitkäaikaisempi" is the comparative form of the adjective "pitkäaikainen". "Pitkäaikainen" itself translates to "long-term" or "long-lasting" in English. Therefore, "pitkäaikaisempi" means "longer-term" or "more long-lasting".

This comparative form is used to contrast two or more things based on their duration or lasting quality. For example, one might discuss two different investment strategies, stating that one is "pitkäaikaisempi" than the other, implying it is expected to yield benefits over a greater period. Similarly, in discussions about health, a condition might be described as becoming "pitkäaikaisempi" if its duration is extending beyond initial expectations.

The grammatical function of "pitkäaikaisempi" is to modify nouns or pronouns, indicating a greater degree of the quality of being long-term. It is formed by adding the comparative suffix "-mpi" to the stem of the adjective. Understanding this comparative form is essential for nuanced discussions in Finnish where precise comparisons of duration are necessary.