mainitsemaan
Mainitsemaan is the third infinitive form of the Finnish verb mainita, which means to mention or to bring up. As a non-finite form, mainitsemaan cannot stand alone as a finite verb; it functions in combination with other verbs to indicate purpose, direction, or ongoing action.
Formation and use. The third infinitive in Finnish is formed by adding -maan or -mään to the
Meaning and nuance. Mainitsemaan indicates the act of mentioning or bringing up something, often within a larger
- Hän ryhtyi mainitsemaan epäkohtia.
- He alkoivat mainitsemaan lisätietoja.
Related forms. The dictionary base is mainita (to mention). The third infinitive contrasts with the basic infinitive