köhäisi

Köhäisi is a Finnish word that translates to "coughed" in English. It is the past tense of the verb "köhätä," which means "to cough." The word is commonly used in everyday conversation and literature to describe the act of coughing.

The verb "köhätä" can be used in various contexts. For instance, it can describe a dry, hacking cough caused by irritation, or a more productive cough that brings up mucus. The past tense form, "köhäisi," is used to indicate that the action of coughing has already occurred.

Examples of its usage include sentences like "Hän köhäisi hiljaa" (He/She coughed quietly) or "Lapsi köhäisi unen läpi" (The child coughed through their sleep). The word's simplicity and directness make it an essential part of the Finnish vocabulary for describing a common bodily reflex. It can also be used metaphorically, though less frequently, to suggest a hesitant or clearing-throat-like sound before speaking. The word's root is onomatopoeic, reflecting the sound of a cough.