Julkisillakin

Julkisillakin is a Finnish slang term that translates roughly to "even in public" or "even outside." It is often used to express a sense of mild surprise, exasperation, or a resigned acceptance of a situation or behavior occurring in a public setting. The term implies that the action or event is either somewhat inappropriate, unexpected, or simply noteworthy for happening in a place where people can see.

The usage of julkisillakin can vary. For instance, if someone is seen crying uncontrollably in a shopping mall, a Finn might remark, "Oh, he's crying julkisillakin," indicating surprise at the public display of emotion. Similarly, if a couple is having a loud argument on a bus, someone might say, "They're fighting julkisillakin," highlighting the lack of discretion. It can also be used in a more lighthearted or ironic way, such as commenting on a very mundane activity happening in public, like someone eating a banana very enthusiastically on a park bench. The core sentiment is that the action is occurring where it can be observed by others, and this observation adds a layer of commentary, whether that commentary is judgmental, surprised, or simply acknowledging the public nature of the event. The term is informal and typically used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing.