viksellä

viksellä is a Finnish word that translates to "on the side" or "beside" in English. It is a postposition, meaning it follows a noun or pronoun to indicate location or direction. For example, "talo viksellä" means "by the house" or "next to the house." The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is supplementary or additional, such as "lisää viksellä" meaning "extra on the side."

The usage of viksellä is common in spoken Finnish, particularly in informal contexts. While more formal prepositions like "vieressä" (next to) or "luona" (at, near) exist, viksellä offers a more casual and often more specific way to denote proximity. It can imply a closer or more intimate placement than some other spatial indicators.

Understanding viksellä is important for grasping the nuances of Finnish spatial relationships. It can be used with various nouns and pronouns, and its meaning can be slightly altered by the case of the word it modifies. For instance, it can indicate a physical placement, a temporal relationship, or even an abstract association. Mastering this postposition can enhance comprehension of everyday Finnish conversation.