alkupäivällä

Alkupäivällä is a Finnish word that translates to "in the early part of the day" or "in the morning." It is commonly used to refer to the period of time from waking up until around noon. The word is a combination of "alku," meaning beginning or start, and "päivä," meaning day.

The phrase is often used to describe events or activities that take place during the morning hours. For example, one might say "Aurinko paistoi alkupäivällä," meaning "The sun was shining in the early part of the day." It can also be used to indicate a general time frame, such as "Tapaaminen on alkupäivällä," meaning "The meeting is in the morning."

While "aamu" is the most common word for morning, "alkupäivällä" emphasizes the initial phase of the day. It can sometimes be used interchangeably with "aamulla" (in the morning), but it carries a slightly more specific nuance of the day's beginning. The exact interpretation can depend on context, but it generally refers to the hours before midday. This phrase is an integral part of everyday Finnish conversation when discussing the timing of events within the morning period.