Tervehtäen

Tervehtäen is a Finnish word that translates to "greeting" or "in greeting" in English. It is commonly used as a polite closing when writing a letter or an email. It functions similarly to "Sincerely" or "Regards" in English correspondence. The word itself is derived from the Finnish verb "tervehtiä," which means "to greet."

When used, "tervehtäen" signifies a friendly and respectful closing. It is a versatile option suitable for both formal and informal communication, though it leans slightly more towards the polite and less casual side. One might sign off a business email to a colleague or a letter to a relative with "tervehtäen." The inclusion of the "-en" suffix indicates an adverbial form, implying the action of greeting is being done.

While "tervehtäen" is a popular choice, other Finnish closings exist, such as "ystävällisin terveisin" (with friendly greetings) for a slightly warmer tone, or "parhain terveisin" (with best regards) for a more formal or emphatic closing. However, "tervehtäen" offers a concise and universally understood way to conclude correspondence in Finnish. Its simplicity and politeness make it a staple in Finnish written communication.