lähtiäkseen

lähtiäkseen is a Finnish word. It is the third infinitive, illative case, of the verb lähteä. The verb lähteä means to leave, to depart, to go, or to set off. The third infinitive form in Finnish is used to express purpose or intention.

When lähtiäkseen is used in a sentence, it typically translates to "in order to leave," "for the purpose of leaving," or "to leave." It implies a reason or a goal behind the action of leaving. For example, "Hän meni kauppaan ostaakseen leipää" means "He went to the store to buy bread." In this sentence, "ostaakseen" is the third infinitive, illative case of the verb ostaa (to buy), indicating the purpose of going to the store. Similarly, if someone says "Hän valmistautui lähtiäkseen," it means "He prepared himself in order to leave" or "He prepared himself to leave."

The structure of the third infinitive, illative case involves adding the ending -kseen to the verb stem. In the case of lähteä, the stem is läht-. Thus, lähtiäkseen is formed. This grammatical form is crucial for expressing nuanced meanings related to purpose in Finnish. It is a common construction used in various contexts, from everyday conversations to more formal writing. Understanding this form is essential for comprehending the full meaning of Finnish sentences where intention or purpose is being conveyed.