leikkautua

Leikkautua is a Finnish verb that translates to "to be cut," "to be sliced," or "to get cut" in English. It is the passive form of the verb "leikata," which means "to cut."

The verb leikkautua is used in various contexts. For instance, one might say "Veitsi leikkautui sormeen" (The knife cut into my finger) to describe an accidental injury. It can also refer to materials being cut, such as "Kangas leikkautui kauniisti" (The fabric cut beautifully).

In a more figurative sense, leikkautua can describe something being divided or separated. For example, "Ryhmä leikkautui kahtia" (The group was split in two). The verb can also be used in contexts related to surgery, implying that something has been surgically removed or altered.

The conjugation of leikkautua follows the standard passive verb patterns in Finnish. It changes form depending on the tense, mood, and person. For example, in the past tense, it would be "leikkautui" (it was cut). In the present tense, it's "leikkautuu" (it is being cut). Understanding the context is crucial for correctly interpreting the meaning of leikkautua.