kartoittaakseen
Kartoittaakseen is a Finnish verb form, specifically the kolmas infinitiivi (third infinitive) of the verb kartoittaa, meaning “to map, chart, or inventory.” The form is used to express purpose or intention, indicating what someone aims to do in order to achieve a certain outcome. It is most commonly found in formal or written Finnish and in constructions that describe the aim of an action.
Formation and use: The third infinitive is formed from the verb stem (kartoitta-) plus the suffix -akseen,
- Hän lähti kartoittaakseen alueen. (He left to map the area.)
- He suunnittelevat projektia kartoittaakseen alueen riskit. (They are planning a project to map the area’s risks.)
Notes: The third infinitive is a stylistic feature of Finnish that adds precision about purpose and is