kehotta

Kehotta is a Finnish word that translates to "to urge," "to prompt," or "to incite" in English. It is a verb and is often used in contexts where one person or entity is encouraging or motivating another to take action. The word carries a sense of gentle persuasion or a strong recommendation, depending on the context.

For example, one might say "Hän kehottaa minua opiskelemaan kovemmin" which means "He urges me to study harder." In this instance, "kehottaa" implies a strong encouragement for a positive outcome. Alternatively, in a more negative context, it could be used to describe inciting someone to do something undesirable, though this is less common than its positive connotations.

The grammatical form of "kehottaa" can change based on tense, mood, and person, as is typical for Finnish verbs. The infinitive form is "kehottaa," and common conjugations include "kehotan" (I urge) and "kehottaa" (he/she/it urges). Understanding these variations is crucial for accurate comprehension and usage of the word in Finnish sentences. Its versatility makes it a useful term in everyday conversation and more formal writing.