How is negation expressed in Finnish?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. With a negative verb that changes for person
- Step 1: Finnish has a special verb of negation. Step 2. It is conjugated: en (I do not), et (you do not), ei (he or she does not). Answer: With a negative verb that changes for person. Why not the others: Finnish has no particle like not and does not use prefixes in this way.
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