tutkittaakseen

Tutkittaakseen is a Finnish verb form. It is the third infinitive form of the verb tutkia, meaning "to investigate" or "to research." The ending "-kseen" indicates purpose or intention. Therefore, "tutkittaakseen" translates to "in order to investigate," "for the purpose of investigating," or "to investigate."

This verb form is commonly used to express the reason or aim behind an action. For example, one might say "Hän meni kirjastoon tutkiakseen vanhoja asiakirjoja," which means "He went to the library in order to investigate old documents." The structure highlights the goal of the action.

The third infinitive in Finnish is a distinct grammatical feature that is used in various contexts, including expressing purpose, obligation, or possibility, often in conjunction with other verbs or prepositions. "Tutkittaakseen" specifically falls under the category of purpose. Understanding this form is crucial for comprehending the nuances of Finnish sentence structure and verb usage, particularly when expressing the intent behind an action.