keskimmäiselle

keskimmäiselle is a Finnish word that translates to "for the middle one" or "to the middle one". It is the allative case of the word "keskinen", which means "middle" or "central". This case ending indicates movement or direction towards something.

The word "keskimmäiselle" can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "anna se keskimmäiselle lapselle" which means "give it to the middle child". It can also refer to a position or location, such as "laita se keskimmäiselle hyllylle" meaning "put it on the middle shelf". The specific meaning will depend on the surrounding sentence.

In Finnish grammar, the allative case is formed by adding "-lle" to the end of a noun or adjective. "Keskinen" is an adjective meaning middle or central. Therefore, "keskimmäiselle" signifies movement or destination towards the middle or central item or position. Understanding this grammatical function is key to correctly interpreting its use in Finnish sentences.