Keinoissa

Keinoissa is a Finnish noun form that represents the inessive plural of the word keino, meaning means, resources, or instruments. It is used when referring to multiple means located within a particular context or situation. The term is common in formal, analytical Finnish, such as policy analysis, planning, or academic writing, where speakers discuss the resources or methods available to achieve a goal.

Morphology: The base keino (singular) yields the plural keinot, which in turn takes the inessive plural suffix -issa to form keinoissa. The inessive plural marks location inside several means rather than a single one. This form follows the general Finnish pattern where inessive plural endings attach to the plural stem.

Usage: Keinoissa appears in sentences that evaluate or enumerate available methods, tools, or resources within a given framework. For example: "Organisaation keinoissa on sekä taloudellisia että inhimillisiä resursseja." This usage emphasizes that multiple means exist within the organization and may be considered collectively.

Notes: Keinoissa is strictly a grammatical form of keino and does not denote a standalone concept beyond the word’s ordinary meaning of means or resources. Its use tends toward formal or technical contexts where a nuanced discussion of available instruments or methods is appropriate.

See also: keino, keinot, keinojen.