polttamaan

Polttamaan is a Finnish verb. It is the third infinitive form of the verb "polttaa," meaning "to burn." The third infinitive in Finnish is used in specific grammatical constructions, often indicating a purpose or a tendency to perform the action. For example, "hän tuli polttamaan puita" translates to "he came to burn wood" or "he came for the purpose of burning wood." Another common usage involves indicating a habitual or characteristic action, such as in the phrase "tämä auto on polttamaan bensaa" which means "this car tends to burn gasoline" or "this car is a gas guzzler." The third infinitive can also appear in negative constructions, like "älä ole polttamaan suutasi" meaning "don't burn your mouth." Understanding the nuances of the third infinitive is crucial for accurate comprehension and usage of Finnish verbs.