kiistyä

Kiistyä is a Finnish verb that translates to "to become chilly," "to cool down," or "to grow cold." It describes a gradual decrease in temperature, often implying a transition from a warmer state to a cooler one. This can apply to the weather, where the air temperature drops, or to objects that are losing heat. For example, one might say "Ilma alkoi kiistyä illalla" which means "The air began to get chilly in the evening." It can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or relationship that is becoming less warm or friendly. The verb is derived from the adjective "kiis," meaning cold or chilly. Its conjugation follows standard Finnish verb patterns, with different forms indicating tense, mood, and person. The infinitive form is "kiistyä," and common past tense forms include "kiistyi" (he/she/it became chilly) and "kiistyivät" (they became chilly). The present tense might be "kiistyy" (it is becoming chilly). Understanding the nuances of "kiistyä" is helpful for comprehending descriptions of changing temperatures or cooling sentiments in the Finnish language.