kiitellä

Kiitellä is a Finnish verb that translates to "to thank" or "to express gratitude." It is a commonly used verb in everyday Finnish conversation and writing. The verb conjugates like a regular verb, with different endings depending on the tense, mood, and person. For example, "minä kiitän" means "I thank," and "hän kiitti" means "he/she thanked." The past participle can be used as an adjective, such as "kiitetty," meaning "thanked" or "praised."

The noun form of the verb is "kiitos," which means "thanks" or "gratitude." This is a very frequent word used in various contexts to express appreciation. "Kiitos paljon" means "thank you very much," and "suuret kiitokset" means "many thanks." The act of thanking is an important social convention in Finland, and using the verb "kiitellä" or the noun "kiitos" is a fundamental part of polite interaction. It can be used in both formal and informal settings to acknowledge a favor, a gift, or a kind gesture. The verb can also be used reflexively, meaning "to thank oneself," though this is less common.