kuivuttaa

Kuivuttaa is a Finnish verb that translates to "to dry" or "to desiccate" in English. It describes the process of removing moisture from something, whether through natural means like evaporation or artificial methods such as heating or using desiccants.

The verb can be used in various contexts. For example, one might kuivuttaa laundry by hanging it outside in the sun. It can also refer to drying food, like kuivattaa marjoja (drying berries) for preservation. In a more figurative sense, kuivuttaa can imply a draining or exhausting effect, such as a long illness that kuivuttaa a person's strength.

The root word is "kuiva," meaning "dry." The "-ttaa" suffix indicates a causative verb, meaning to cause something to become dry. Related terms include "kuivuminen" (drying, becoming dry) and "kuivatus" (drying, dehydration). The process of drying is essential in many areas, from food preservation and textile manufacturing to the preservation of historical artifacts.