Tihentyvät

Tihentyvät is a Finnish word that translates to "thickening" or "intensifying" in English. It is a verb form, specifically the third-person plural present indicative of the verb "tihentyä". This verb can be used to describe a variety of processes where something becomes denser, more frequent, or more profound.

For example, one might say that fog is "tihentyvä" if it is becoming denser and more opaque. Similarly, if a period of intense activity is occurring, one could say that the events are "tihentyvä". The word can also be used metaphorically, such as describing the "tihentyvä" tension in a room before a significant announcement. The context in which "tihentyvät" is used will determine the precise shade of meaning. It implies a gradual or ongoing change towards a more concentrated or forceful state. The plural form "tihentyvät" is used when referring to multiple subjects or when the subject is grammatically plural.