napittaa

Napittaa is a Finnish verb meaning to fasten clothing by attaching buttons or snaps, i.e., to button up. It is used for garments and textiles such as shirts, jackets, and coats. The action is described by the noun napitus (buttoning). The verb is transitive and typically takes a direct object referring to the garment being fastened, e.g., napittaa paidan kiinni.

Etymology and form: napittaa comes from the noun napi (button) with the verbal suffix -taa, forming a standard Finnish -taa verb. In present tense, the 3rd person singular form is napittaa, while first-person forms include napitan (I button) and similar conjugations exist for other persons (napitat, napitamme, etc.). The verb is commonly used in everyday speech and writing when describing the action of fastening clothing.

Usage and context: Napittaa is primarily used in practical contexts related to clothing and dressing. It can appear in instructions, fashion-related writing, or casual conversation. For example: Hän napittaa paidan kiinni. The related noun napitus denotes the act or process of buttoning. In some contexts, the term can refer to fastening with buttons or with similar fasteners such as snaps, depending on the garment.

See also: nappi (button), napitus (buttoning), nappa (button-related terms). In broader Finnish, related verbs describe fastening actions for different fasteners, but napittaa specifically centers on buttons or button-like closures.