Vihittäämme

Vihittäämme is a Finnish verb that translates to "we will consecrate" or "we will wed." It is the first-person plural future tense of the verb "vihkiä." The verb "vihkiä" has a range of meanings, including consecrating something for a religious purpose, ordaining someone into a religious office, or performing a marriage ceremony.

Therefore, "vihittäämme" specifically refers to the act of performing a wedding ceremony by the people speaking. For example, if two people are discussing their upcoming wedding, they might say "vihittäämme ensi kesänä," meaning "we will wed next summer." The context of the sentence is crucial in determining the precise nuance of the verb's meaning. In a religious context, it could also imply a formal consecration ceremony.

The structure of the word reveals its grammatical function. "Vihki-" is the verb stem, "-t-" is the passive or object marker, "-ämme" is the first-person plural future tense ending. This grammatical construction allows for precise communication of the action, the subject performing it (we), and the timeframe (future). The use of "vihittäämme" is common in both formal and informal discussions about future matrimonial events in Finland.