-Vn
Finnish
Alternative forms
Depending on the preceding vowel (i.e. lengthens the preceding vowel): -an, -en, -in, -on, -un, -yn, -än, -ön
Etymology
From -hVn where the -h- has been elided between unstressed short vowels.
Pronunciation
Suffix
-Vn
- Forms the illative singular case.
Usage notes
Used after an unstressed short vowel. The vowel is the same as the final vowel in the stem, thus producing a long vowel. The variant form after monosyllables and disyllables with final long vowel is -hVn.
- Examples
| word | (strong) vowel stem | illative |
|---|---|---|
| jalka | jalka- | jalkaan |
| miniä | miniä- | miniään |
| oikea | oikea- | oikeaan |
| tuli | tule- | tuleen |