myöhästykö

myöhästykö is a Finnish word that translates to "is he/she late?" or "is it late?" in English. It is a question used to inquire about the timeliness of a person or an event. The word is formed by combining "myöhä" (late) with the interrogative suffix "-kö" which is attached to the end of a word to turn it into a question.

This grammatical construction is common in Finnish for forming yes/no questions. For example, "myöhästynkö?" means "am I late?", and "myöhästyikö hän?" means "was he/she late?". The context of the conversation determines whether "myöhästykö" refers to a male, female, or an event.

The word can be used in various situations, from everyday conversations about daily schedules to more formal inquiries. It reflects a common human concern about punctuality. Understanding the nuances of Finnish question formation, like the use of the "-kö" suffix, is key to comprehending such phrases. The word is relatively simple and its meaning is straightforward once the grammatical components are understood.