jäähdyttymään

Jäähdyttymään is a Finnish word that translates to "to cool down" or "for cooling." It is the illative form of the verb "jäähtyä," which means to cool or become cool. This grammatical form indicates movement into a state of being cool or a purpose of cooling.

The word is commonly used in everyday Finnish conversation to describe the process of something losing heat. For example, one might say "Anna ruoan jäähdyttymään" which means "Let the food cool down." It can also refer to a person or animal trying to become less warm, such as "Mennään ulos jäähdyttymään" meaning "Let's go outside to cool down."

Beyond the literal sense of temperature reduction, "jäähdyttymään" can also be used metaphorically. It can imply a need for someone to calm down, to become less agitated or angry. In this context, it suggests a transition from an intense emotional state to a more relaxed one. For instance, a phrase like "Hänen täytyy mennä jäähdyttymään hetkeksi" could mean "He needs to go cool off for a moment," implying a need to regain composure. The context of the sentence is crucial in determining the precise meaning.