havaitsemakseen

havaitsemakseen is a Finnish word derived from the verb "havaita," which means to perceive, notice, or detect. The suffix "-kseen" is a late infinitive or purpose infinitive, indicating the purpose or intention of an action. Therefore, "havaitsemakseen" translates to "in order to perceive," "to notice," or "for the purpose of detecting."

This grammatical form is used when describing the reason behind an action or a state of being. For example, one might say "Hän osti kiikarin havaitsemakseen lintuja," which means "He bought binoculars in order to observe birds." Here, the purchase of binoculars has the purpose of enabling bird observation.

The late infinitive "havaitsemakseen" is often used in conjunction with verbs that express movement, preparation, or causation. It clearly links the preceding action or situation to the subsequent goal of perception or detection. Understanding this construction is key to comprehending the nuances of expressing purpose in the Finnish language. It signifies a deliberate act undertaken with the specific intention of becoming aware of something.