essiiviset
Essiiviset, or the essive case, are a group of Finnish grammatical forms used to express a temporary state, role, or capacity. They are typically translated into English as “as” or “in the capacity of.” In Finnish, the essive is most commonly encountered with nouns and pronouns, and it can also appear with adjectives to describe a state.
Formation and forms: In the singular, the essive is formed by adding -na or -nä to the
Usage: The essive expresses a state or role rather than a permanent attribute. It is often used
Notes: The essive forms are one of the key cases in Finnish grammar and are taught as