mystä

mystä is a Finnish word that functions as a postposition and a question word. As a postposition, it typically indicates the origin or source of something, often translating to "from" or "out of" in English. For example, "Mistä olet kotoisin?" translates to "Where are you from?". It can also denote the material something is made of, such as "Mitä kello on tehty?" meaning "What is the watch made of?".

As a question word, mystä is used to ask "what". It is a fundamental interrogative in the Finnish language, crucial for forming questions about objects, actions, or concepts. For instance, "Mitä sinä teet?" means "What are you doing?". The word mystä can also appear in phrases that inquire about the nature or content of something. Its versatility makes it an essential component of everyday Finnish conversation. The word mystä is a direct descendant of Proto-Finnic *mišta.