õhukesena

Õhukesena is an Estonian adverb meaning “in a thin way” or “thinly.” It describes the manner in which something has been formed, laid out, or appears to have reduced thickness. The form is derived from the adjective õhuke (thin) with the suffix -na, which in Estonian can create adverbial expressions of manner in certain contexts.

In everyday Estonian, the more common adverb for describing thinness is õhukeselt. Õhukesena occurs mainly in descriptive, technical, or literary registers where emphasis on a delicate or reduced thickness is intended, or in fixed phrases. The choice between õhukesena and õhukeselt can affect tone and formality.

Examples: “Paber lõigati õhukesena” (The paper was cut thin). “Kiht oli õhukesena laotatud pinnale” (The layer was laid out thinly on the surface). In many cases, speakers prefer õhukeselt, especially in scientific or instructional texts.

See also: Estonian language, Estonian grammar, adverbs of manner, õhuke.