pysäkkiä

Pysäkkiä is the genitive singular form of the Finnish word "pysäkki," which translates to "stop" or "station." In the context of public transportation, it refers to a designated location where buses, trams, or other vehicles regularly stop to pick up and drop off passengers. For example, one might say "menen pysäkkiä kohden" meaning "I am going towards the stop." The genitive case is often used to indicate possession or to specify a relationship with another noun. Thus, "pysäkkiä" can be part of phrases that denote something belonging to or associated with a stop. This grammatical form is common in Finnish when referring to the proximity or relation to a specific stopping point. The concept of a pysäkki is fundamental to the operation of public transit systems, ensuring organized and accessible travel for commuters.