Pyyhkiä

Pyyhkiä is a Finnish verb that translates to "to wipe" or "to clean" in English. It describes the action of removing something, such as dirt, liquid, or dust, from a surface by rubbing it with a cloth, paper, or hand. The verb can be used in various contexts, from everyday cleaning tasks to more figurative expressions.

For instance, one might pyyhkiä a table after a meal, pyyhkiä sweat from their brow, or pyyhkiä tears from their eyes. In a broader sense, pyyhkiä can also imply getting rid of something unwanted or erasing it. For example, "pyyhkiä pois menneet virheet" means to "wipe away past mistakes." The verb is commonly used in daily conversation and literature in Finland. Its conjugation follows standard Finnish verb patterns, with different forms depending on tense, mood, and person.