yhdistääkin

The Finnish word "yhdistääkin" is a verb form derived from "yhdistää," meaning "to unite," "to connect," or "to combine." The addition of the clitic "-kin" imbues the verb with an emphatic or additive meaning, often translated as "to unite also," "to connect as well," or "to combine too." This suffix indicates that the action of uniting, connecting, or combining is being presented in addition to something else previously mentioned or understood.

For instance, "Hän yhdistääkin vanhan ja uuden" could be translated as "He is uniting the old and the new as well," implying that this act of unification is happening alongside other actions or considerations. The "-kin" particle serves to highlight this particular connection or combination, suggesting it's not the only one, but an important or noteworthy addition. The precise nuance can depend heavily on the context in which "yhdistääkin" is used. It emphasizes that the joining or linking is occurring in addition to or perhaps unexpectedly in a given situation. The base verb "yhdistää" is a fundamental part of the Finnish lexicon, and the addition of "-kin" provides a subtle but significant modification to its meaning, adding a layer of emphasis or inclusivity.