yksittäinenkin

Yksittäinenkin is a Finnish word that translates to "even a single one" or "even one" in English. It is a combination of the word "yksittäinen," meaning "single" or "individual," and the enclitic "-kin," which adds emphasis, often implying "even" or "also." The word is used to highlight the significance or unexpected presence of a solitary item, person, or occurrence, even when it might seem insignificant on its own.

The usage of yksittäinenkin can be found in various contexts. For example, one might say "Yksittäinenkin sana voi muuttaa kaiken" (Even a single word can change everything) to emphasize the power of individual words in communication or impact. Similarly, "Yksittäinenkin virhe voi johtaa ongelmiin" (Even a single mistake can lead to problems) highlights that even minor errors can have significant consequences. In a more literal sense, it could refer to an individual object within a larger group, such as "Yksittäinenkin omena oli pilaantunut" (Even a single apple was rotten), indicating that despite the presence of many good apples, one was found to be spoiled.

The addition of the "-kin" suffix is crucial for conveying the intended meaning of emphasis and slight surprise or significance. Without it, "yksittäinen" would simply mean "single" or "individual" without the added nuance of "even." This makes yksittäinenkin a useful and expressive term in the Finnish language for drawing attention to the importance of seemingly small or isolated elements.