lehdensä

Lehdensä is a Finnish word that translates to "its leaf" or "their leaf" in English. It is a possessive form of the word "lehti," which means leaf. The "-nsä" ending indicates a third-person possessive, referring to something belonging to "it" or "they."

In a grammatical context, "lehdensä" is used when referring to the leaf of a plant or tree that is singular and inanimate, or when referring to the leaf of multiple plants or trees. For example, "Puun lehdensä on vihreä" translates to "The tree's leaf is green," and "Pensaiden lehdensä ovat kauniita" translates to "The bushes' leaves are beautiful."

The word "lehti" itself has a broader meaning in Finnish, also referring to a page in a book or magazine, or even a newspaper. However, when the possessive ending "-nsä" is attached, it most commonly refers to the botanical meaning of leaf. Understanding this possessive structure is key to comprehending Finnish grammar and its nuances in describing ownership or belonging. The context in which "lehdensä" appears will typically clarify whether it refers to a plant's leaf or another meaning of "lehti."