Sukulaisensa

Sukulaisensa is a Finnish word that translates to "his/her relative" or "their relative" in English. It is a possessive suffix attached to the word sukulainen, which means relative or kin. The specific pronoun implied (his, her, or their) is determined by the context of the sentence. For example, "hänen sukulaisensa" means "his/her relative," while "heidän sukulaisensa" means "their relative."

The concept of "sukulaisensa" is central to understanding Finnish kinship terms and familial relationships. It encompasses a broad range of individuals connected by blood or marriage, including parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, and more distant relations. The word is used in everyday conversation, legal documents, and genealogical research.

In Finnish grammar, the possessive suffix "-nsa" is a common way to indicate possession by a third person. It is attached to nouns that refer to people or things belonging to someone. Therefore, "sukulaisensa" is a direct and efficient way to express that a relative belongs to or is associated with a specific person or group of people. Understanding this grammatical structure is key to comprehending the nuances of the Finnish language when discussing family matters.