lihavampi

Lihavampi is a Finnish word that serves as the comparative form of lihava, meaning fat or obese. It is used to indicate a greater degree of fatness or fattiness when comparing two referents.

Etymology and form

Lihavampi is formed from the adjective lihava by applying the standard Finnish comparative suffix -mpi. As with many Finnish comparatives, the exact surface form can involve stem adjustments for phonological harmony and consonant changes, but the meaning remains “fatter.” The form lihavampi is the commonly used surface spelling for the comparative degree of fatness.

Usage

Lihavampi is used in sentences that compare two or more entities in terms of fatness. It can describe people, animals, foods, or other objects where fat content or appearance is relevant. In everyday Finnish, the word is placed where the speaker wants a stronger statement than the base adjective lihava provides. It appears in both descriptive and evaluative contexts, often in contrast with lihava or with other comparative forms.

Example

Tämä omena on lihavampi kuin tuo. (This apple is fatter than that one.)

See also

Lihava, Finnish adjectives, comparative forms in Finnish, Finnish grammar

Notes

As with most language terms, usage can vary by region and context. For precise grammatical guidance, consult a Finnish grammar resource.