Tarkoittelenkin

Tarkoittelenkin is a Finnish word that functions as an adverb. It is derived from the verb "tarkoittaa," which means "to mean" or "to intend." The suffix "-kin" is a clitic particle that adds emphasis or a sense of "also" or "indeed" to the word it attaches to. Therefore, "tarkoittelenkin" can be translated to convey a meaning such as "I do mean," "I certainly mean," "I was indeed meaning," or "I meant to."

The usage of "tarkoittelenkin" often implies that the speaker's intention or meaning might have been misunderstood or is being clarified. It can be used to correct a misinterpretation or to emphasize the true purpose behind a statement or action. For example, if someone says "You're just joking," the response "En minä pilaile, tarkoittelenkin!" ("I'm not joking, I do mean it!") uses "tarkoittelenkin" to strongly affirm the seriousness of the speaker's words.

The word is a personal form of the verb "tarkoittaa" in the first person singular, present tense ("tarkoitan"), with the emphatic particle "-kin" added. This makes it a specific affirmation of the speaker's own meaning. Its precise nuance in English depends heavily on the context of the conversation. It is a common element in everyday Finnish speech, particularly when seeking to be precise about one's intentions.