kolmannetta

The term "kolmannetta" is the partitive singular form of the Finnish word "kolmas," meaning "third." In Finnish grammar, the partitive case is used in various contexts, including to indicate an indefinite quantity, a part of something, or an incomplete action. Therefore, "kolmannetta" specifically refers to "the third one" or "a third of something" when the noun it modifies is in the partitive case.

For example, if one is talking about a third of a larger group or a third of an amount, the partitive case would be employed. The form "kolmannetta" arises from the rules of Finnish declension, where word endings change depending on the grammatical case. Understanding the partitive case is crucial for comprehending the nuances of Finnish sentence structure and meaning. It distinguishes a portion or an indefinite amount from a completed whole or a specific, defined entity. The use of "kolmannetta" is common in everyday spoken and written Finnish.