essiivimuotoinen

essiivimuotoinen is a Finnish grammatical form, specifically a case ending, that indicates a state, manner, or role. It is often translated as "as" or "in the capacity of". The essive case is typically formed by adding the suffix -na or -nä to the noun stem. For example, the word 'lapsi' (child) becomes 'lapsena' (as a child). Similarly, 'opettaja' (teacher) becomes 'opettajana' (as a teacher).

The essive case is used to describe a temporary state or function. It can also express the way in which something is done. For instance, one might say 'hän puhuu selkeänä' (he speaks clearly), where 'selkeänä' is the essive of 'selkeä' (clear). The case is not typically used for permanent or inherent qualities, for which other cases like the genitive or partitive might be more appropriate. Understanding the essive case is crucial for comprehending Finnish sentence structure and meaning, as it helps to clarify the role or condition of a noun within a sentence.