kiehtyvät

Kiehtyvät is a Finnish verb that translates to "to be captivated," "to be fascinated," or "to be enthralled." It describes a state of intense interest and absorption in something. The verb is derived from the noun "kiihko," which means passion or fervor. When someone is described as kiehtyvät, it implies a strong emotional and intellectual engagement with a subject, activity, or person.

The word is often used in contexts related to art, literature, music, or any activity that can evoke strong feelings and deep concentration. For instance, one might say that a person is kiehtyvät by a beautiful piece of music, a compelling story, or a captivating performance. The feeling is one of being drawn in and unable to look away or stop thinking about the object of fascination.

The grammatical form "kiehtyvät" specifically refers to the third-person plural present indicative. This means it is used when referring to multiple people or things that are in the state of being captivated. For example, "Lapset kiehtyvät tarinasta" translates to "The children are captivated by the story." The singular form for one person would be "kiehtyy." The past tense would be "kiehtyi" (singular) or "kiehtuivat" (plural). The verb can also be used reflexively, often implying self-absorption or being consumed by one's own thoughts or passions.