uspäätteinen

Uspäätteinen is a term used in Finnish to describe a word that does not have a specific case ending. In the Finnish language, words are typically categorized into two groups based on their case endings: päätteiset (ending words) and uspäätteiset (non-ending words). Päätteiset words have a specific case ending that changes depending on the case, while uspäätteiset words do not have a case ending and remain the same in all cases.

Uspäätteiset words are often derived from foreign languages or are of non-Finnish origin. They can also include certain Finnish words that have been simplified or shortened over time. Examples of uspäätteiset words include "internet," "email," and "kamera" (camera). These words do not change their form when used in different cases, unlike päätteiset words which would have case endings like -n, -a, or -ssa.

The classification of words as uspäätteiset or päätteiset is important in Finnish grammar, as it affects how words are inflected and used in sentences. Understanding this distinction is crucial for learning and using the Finnish language effectively.