iskemiseen
Iskemiseen is a Finnish colloquial term referring to the act or practice of flirting or hitting on someone. It originates from the verb iskeä, which literally means to strike or hit; in slang, the idea is metaphorically “making a move” toward a person you are attracted to. The form is often used in its noun form iskeminen, with iskemi- variants such as iskemiseen appearing in sentences to indicate the direction or aim of the flirting effort (for flirting, toward flirting, or related activities).
In everyday language iskemiseen is common in dating and social contexts, including bars, parties, and online
Iskemiseen is part of a broader set of terms around dating and flirtation in Finnish. It is