tosissaan

Tosissaan is a Finnish adverb. It translates to English as "seriously," "in earnest," or "for real." It is used to emphasize that a statement or action is not meant lightly or as a joke. For example, if someone says "Olen tosissaan" it means "I am serious." The word is derived from the adjective "tosissaan," which itself comes from "tosi," meaning "true" or "real."

The adverb can be used in various contexts to convey a range of meanings, from a genuine commitment to a situation to a playful, albeit firm, tone. It often appears in sentences to distinguish between a hypothetical situation and a real one, or to confirm the sincerity of an intention. For instance, "Teetkö tuon tosissaan?" asks "Are you really doing that?" The use of "tosissaan" adds weight and seriousness to the question. It is a common and versatile word in everyday Finnish conversation.