Asumiseks

Asumiseks is a term used in some Finno-Ugric language contexts to denote the intended use of a space for living. In Finnish, the standard translative form is asumiseksiksi (often encountered in written planning and legal texts as asumiseks or asumiseksikähtyksen variations), and in Estonian alike, a cognate form is used to indicate purpose. The form is grammatical rather than a standalone concept; it marks the role or purpose of a noun phrase—specifically that a place is meant to be used as a residence or dwelling rather than for other functions.

Etymology and form: Asumiseks is derived from the noun for living or dwelling (such as asuminen or asumine in related languages) with a suffix that expresses designation or purpose. The exact spelling and usage can vary by language and dialect, and in standard Finnish the corresponding form is asumiseksi, which translates to “for living” or “to be used as a dwelling.”

Usage and context: The construction is most often seen in formal texts, including urban planning, real estate, and housing policy, where authors specify that certain spaces are intended for residential use. It helps distinguish living quarters from other use categories such as commercial, industrial, or storage. In everyday language, speakers may opt for more common terms such as “living use,” “residential use,” or simply “asuminen” for the act of living itself.

Related terms: Related linguistic and planning terms include asuin-, asunto-, and asuminen in Finnish, and the broader concept of käyttötarkoitus (intended use). These forms together describe how spaces are designated and utilized in law, design, and everyday discussion.