haytetään

Haytetään is a Finnish word that translates to "let's hold on" or "let's wait." It is commonly used in everyday conversation to express a desire to pause an action or a discussion until a more opportune moment. This can range from physically holding something to waiting for a better time to make a decision or continue a conversation.

The word is formed from the imperative verb "pidätetään" (to hold, to detain) combined with the first-person plural suffix "-ään" (let's). This grammatical structure makes it a direct suggestion or request to a group of people, including the speaker, to collectively adopt a stance of waiting or holding.

Usage of "haytetään" can be seen in various contexts. For example, if someone is about to share a piece of news that might be upsetting, another person might say "Haytetään" to suggest waiting until everyone is in a better state to receive it. Similarly, if a group is facing a complex problem, someone might propose "Haytetään" to indicate a need for collective contemplation before proceeding. It signifies a shared decision to momentarily suspend activity or thought.