kiitä

kiitää is a Finnish verb that translates to "to speed," "to rush," "to whiz," or "to glide." It describes rapid movement, often with a sense of ease or smoothness. The word can be used in various contexts, referring to both literal and figurative motion.

Literally, kiitää can describe a vehicle moving quickly, such as a car or train. For example, "Auto kiitää tiellä" means "The car speeds on the road." It can also describe the swift movement of animals or people, like "Lintu kiitää taivaalla" (The bird whizzes in the sky) or "Hän kiitää juoksumatolla" (He/She rushes on the treadmill). The verb often implies a lack of obstruction or resistance, suggesting effortless motion.

Figuratively, kiitää can be used to express the rapid passage of time. "Aika kiitää" is a common phrase meaning "Time flies." It can also describe the swift progression of events or ideas. The overall connotation of kiitää is one of quick, often unhindered, progression.