nähätmä

Nähätmä is a Finnish word that translates to "Don't you see?" or "Can't you see?" in English. It is a common interjection used in everyday conversation, often to express mild surprise, frustration, or to draw attention to something obvious. The word is a contraction of "Näetkö sinä tämän?" which literally means "Do you see this?". The "mä" ending is a colloquial and informal way of referring to oneself, similar to "me" or "I" in English, but in this context, it functions more as an emphatic particle.

The usage of Nähätmä can vary depending on the tone of voice and the context. It can be used humorously, for example, when someone has overlooked something very apparent. It can also be used more seriously, to convey a sense of exasperation if someone is not understanding a situation or a point being made. The word is particularly prevalent in informal settings and among younger generations, though it is understood and used by Finnish speakers across a wide age range. Its presence in spoken Finnish highlights the language's capacity for creating concise and expressive phrases through colloquial contractions.