eräinen

Eräinen is a Finnish word that translates to "late" or "tardy" in English. It is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is behind schedule or arrives after the expected time. For example, one might say "eräinen juna" which means "a late train," or "olen eräinen" meaning "I am late." The word is derived from "erä," which can mean a period of time, a batch, or a wilderness. In the context of "eräinen," it likely refers to a period of time that has passed, making the subject late. It is a commonly used word in everyday Finnish conversation.