vähemmänkin

Vähemmänkin is a Finnish adverb that translates to "even less" or "less even" in English. It is formed by combining the comparative form of the adjective or adverb "vähän" (little, few), which is "vähemmän" (less), with the clitic particle "kin" (also, even). The particle "kin" adds emphasis, suggesting a surprising or unexpected degree of "less."

The usage of "vähemmänkin" implies a comparison where the current state or quantity is even smaller than what might have been expected or previously understood. For instance, if someone was already consuming a small amount of something, and then reduced it further, one might say "Nyt juon vähemmänkin kahvia" which translates to "Now I drink even less coffee." This indicates that the reduction is more significant than just "less."

It can be used with various nouns and verbs to express a diminished quantity or degree. The particle "kin" attaches directly to "vähemmän" and does not stand alone. The word functions to highlight a reduction that is notable or goes beyond a simple decrease. It adds a nuance of surprise or emphasis to the idea of something being less.