Possessiivipäätteeseen

Possessiivipäätteeseen refers to the possessive suffix in the Finnish language. It is used to indicate possession, similar to how the possessive form of nouns or the possessive pronouns work in English. Finnish possessive suffixes are attached directly to the possessed noun and agree in person and number with the possessor. There are suffixes for the first, second, and third person, singular and plural. For example, the suffix -ni indicates "my," -si indicates "your" (singular), -nsa/nsä indicates "his/her/its/their," -mme indicates "our," and -nne indicates "your" (plural).

The possessive suffixes in Finnish are an integral part of the grammatical system, distinguishing it from languages that rely more heavily on separate possessive pronouns or prepositions. The correct use of these suffixes is crucial for conveying clear and accurate meaning in Finnish sentences. While the concept of possession is straightforward, the morphology of Finnish, including the application of these suffixes, can present a learning curve for non-native speakers. The suffixes are added to the stem of the possessed noun, and their form can sometimes be influenced by vowel harmony or consonant gradation in Finnish.