yllättäväkin

yllättäväkin is a Finnish word that functions as an adverb or a conjunction. Its primary meaning translates to "even surprising" or "surprisingly." It is used to indicate that something is unexpectedly true or has happened in a way that deviates from expectations.

As an adverb, yllättäväkin can modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb, emphasizing the unexpected nature of the action or quality it describes. For example, "Hän menestyi yllättäväkin kokeessa" translates to "He surprisingly succeeded in the exam," implying that his success was not anticipated.

When used as a conjunction, yllättäväkin can connect clauses or phrases, often introducing an unexpected outcome or fact. It can be similar in function to "even though" or "although" when pointing out a surprising contrast. For instance, "Sää oli huono, yllättäväkin aurinko paistoi" could be interpreted as "The weather was bad, surprisingly the sun was shining too," highlighting the unexpected element of sunshine.

The word is a combination of "yllättävä" (surprising) and the clitic particle "-kin" (also, too, even). The "-kin" particle attaches to the word it emphasizes, adding a layer of unexpectedness or inclusion to the surprising element. This linguistic structure underscores the core function of yllättäväkin in expressing an element of surprise or unforeseen circumstance.