ääntäesimerkiksi

ääntäesimerkiksi is a Finnish word that translates to "for example" or "as an example" in English. It is a compound word formed from "ääntä" and "esimerkiksi". "ääntä" is the partitive plural of "ääni," which means "sound" or "voice." "esimerkiksi" is a common adverb meaning "for example."

While the literal translation of "ääntä" might suggest sound or voice, in the context of "ääntäesimerkiksi," the word "ääntä" functions as a somewhat idiomatic or colloquial element. It doesn't directly refer to literal sounds or voices in most instances. Instead, "ääntäesimerkiksi" is used to introduce an example or illustration, similar to how "for instance" or "such as" might be used in English.

The phrase is quite common in spoken Finnish and can also be found in informal written Finnish. It adds a slightly more conversational tone compared to the more formal "esimerkiksi" alone. However, its usage is not limited to informal contexts and can appear in a variety of situations where an example is being provided.

Understanding "ääntäesimerkiksi" involves recognizing that the "ääntä" part, while etymologically linked to sound, has evolved to be a stylistic component of the phrase indicating exemplification. It serves to introduce a specific case that clarifies or supports a preceding statement.