This is the 637th most frequent Finnish word.
etukäteen
In advance.
The word 'etukäteen' is used to express gratitude prior to receiving assistance, indicating that the speaker is preemptively acknowledging the help they expect to receive.
Kiitos avustanne etukäteen.
Thank you for your help in advance.
Here, 'etukäteen' signifies performing an action prior to a scheduled event, emphasizing preparation.
Opiskelijan pitäisi lukea kirja etukäteen ennen luentoa.
The student should read the book in advance before the lecture.
The word 'etukäteen' here means 'in advance', indicating that the action was done beforehand.