käytetiinkin

Käytetiinkin is a Finnish word that functions as a past tense, passive, and plural form of the verb "käyttää" (to use). It translates to "was also used," "were also used," or "had also been used," depending on the context and subject. The "-kin" suffix in Finnish adds an emphasis, often implying "also" or "too." Therefore, "käytetiinkin" suggests that something was used in addition to something else, or that its use was noteworthy or unexpected.

This form is commonly encountered in written and spoken Finnish when describing the history of an object, a method, or a concept, indicating that it was employed for a particular purpose or in a specific situation. For example, one might say that a certain tool "käytetiinkin" in a historical excavation, implying it wasn't the only tool used but was significant. The passive nature of the form focuses on the action of being used rather than the agent performing the use. Its plural form is evident when referring to multiple items or instances of use.