Tiivistymäsana
Tiivistymäsana is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "condensation word" or "fusion word." It describes a type of word formation where two or more existing words are combined into a single, new word, often with a shortened or altered form of one or both of the original words. This process is a common way to create new vocabulary in Finnish, particularly for abstract concepts or when a more concise expression is desired.
The creation of a tiivistymäsana typically involves blending the beginning of one word with the end of
Tiivistymäsanat are distinct from simple compound words, which are formed by joining two or more words without