siirry

Siirry is the imperative singular form of the Finnish verb siirtyä, meaning to move, shift, or transfer from one place or state to another. It is used to give a direct instruction or command and is common in everyday language as well as in written directions or manuals. In general usage, siirry can refer to moving physically, changing context, or switching tasks, depending on the surrounding words.

In Finnish information technology and navigation texts, siirry is a frequent label on buttons and links that guide the user to another page or section. Common phrases include "Siirry etusivulle" (go to the home page) and "Siirry seuraavaan osioon" (go to the next section). The form is chosen for its concise, actionable tone and is widely understood by Finnish speakers.

Grammatically, siirry is derived from the intransitive verb siirtyä. The corresponding plural imperative is "siirtykää," used when addressing more than one person. The infinitive form is "siirtyä," and the past participle is "siirtynyt." The word belongs to everyday Finnish and is regular in common imperative constructions, though its exact usage is guided by context and formality.

Semantically, siirry contrasts with transitive equivalents like siirtää (to move something) by focusing on the subject’s own movement rather than transferring an object. It is also related to expressions that denote turning or shifting to a different state, place, or mode of operation. The term remains a standard, neutral option for directing movement or navigation in Finnish.