mukauttaakseen

Mukauttaakseen is a Finnish verb form. It is the third infinitive in the active voice, and it conveys the meaning of "in order to adapt" or "to adapt oneself." This grammatical form is used to express purpose or intention, indicating that an action is performed for the specific reason of adapting to something.

The structure of the third infinitive in Finnish involves the verb stem followed by the suffix "-kseen." For example, if the verb stem is "mukauta-" (from "mukautua," meaning to adapt), the third infinitive form becomes "mukauttaakseen." This form is often preceded by a personal pronoun in the genitive case to specify who is performing the adaptation, although this is sometimes omitted if the context is clear.

Examples of its usage might include phrases like "Hän opetteli uuden kielen mukauttaakseen uuteen ympäristöön" (He learned a new language in order to adapt to the new environment) or "Yritys muutti strategiaansa mukauttaakseen markkinoiden muutoksiin" (The company changed its strategy to adapt to market changes). The form highlights the proactive nature of adapting, suggesting a deliberate effort to fit into or respond to a given situation or condition. Understanding this grammatical construction is crucial for comprehending the nuances of Finnish expression related to adaptation and purpose.