lämpötilikin

Lämpötilikin is a Finnish linguistic term used to illustrate how the discourse particle -kin can attach to a compound noun to form a word that means “also the temperature” or “even the temperature.” The form is primarily seen in informal speech and linguistic discussions rather than as a standard dictionary entry. It does not denote a separate physical device; rather, it is a stylistic or grammatical construction.

Etymology and grammar: It is built from the noun lämpötila (temperature) combined with the suffix -kin, a particle that adds emphasis or inclusivity meaning “also,” “too,” or “even.” When attached to a noun like lämpötila, the resulting form lämpötilikin is used to refer to temperature in addition to something else being discussed. The word behaves like other -kin formations and follows ordinary Finnish word order, often appearing in clauses where temperature is explicitly included in a comparison or description.

Usage: Lämpötilikin appears mainly in spoken Finnish and informal writing, especially when contrasting or adding temperature to other factors. For example: “Tänään on todella lämmin, ja lämpötilikin nousee nopeasti.” “Aamulla oli kylmä, ja lämpötilikin laski.” In these contexts, lämpötilikin signals that temperature is part of the overall consideration.

Note: As a coined or marginal form, lämpötilikin is not a standard dictionary entry and may be considered stylistic or humorous in many contexts. See also Finnish morphology, the particle -kin, and compound noun formation.