kivepenepäin

Kivepenepäin is a Finnish slang term that translates roughly to "go ahead" or "do it." It's an informal expression used to encourage someone or to give permission. The word is a compound of "kive" (which is an archaic or dialectal form of "mene" meaning "go") and "penepäin" (which itself is a slang term derived from "eteenpäin" meaning "forward" or "ahead"). The combined meaning therefore emphasizes moving forward or proceeding with an action.

This term is typically used in casual conversation among friends or in relaxed social settings. It conveys a sense of enthusiasm or acceptance for a proposed idea or action. For instance, if someone is hesitant about doing something, a friend might say "kivepenepäin!" to signal their support and urge them to proceed. It's not a term you would find in formal Finnish discourse or written materials, but it is understood and used within certain social circles. The word's playful and informal nature makes it a vibrant part of colloquial Finnish.