Väsinud

Väsynyt is a Finnish adjective meaning tired, fatigued, or weary. It describes a state of reduced energy resulting from lack of sleep, physical exertion, stress, or illness. The word is used for people and animals and can apply to both temporary states and longer-lasting fatigue.

Etymology and form: Väsynyt is derived from the verb väsyä, to become tired. It is the past participle form that is used as an adjective. Like other Finnish adjectives, väsynyt inflects to agree with the noun it modifies in number and case, so its form changes with different grammatical contexts.

Usage and nuance: In everyday language, you can say "Olen väsynyt" (I am tired) or "Hän on väsynyt työpäivän jälkeen" (He/she is tired after the workday). The term conveys general tiredness or weariness and is less intense than synonyms like uupunut, which means exhausted, or loppuun palanut, which implies burnout. Väsynyt can describe both physical and mental fatigue, and it is common after strenuous activity, poor sleep, or prolonged stress.

Related terms: The noun väsymys means fatigue or tiredness. More intense states include uupumus (exhaustion) and burnout-related concepts such as loppuun palaminen. The word väsynyt is part of a family of terms dealing with energy, stamina, and rest in Finnish.