Kontrollissa

Kontrollissa is a Finnish word that expresses a state of being in control or under supervision. It derives from the noun kontrolli (control, supervision) with the inessive suffix -ssa, producing kontrollissa, meaning “in control” or “under control.” The form is used with predicates that describe a present state, most often with the verb olla (to be), as in tilanne on kontrollissa (“the situation is under control”) or olen kontrollissa (“I am in control”).

Usage and nuance: Kontrollissa can refer to people, groups, or systems that have the capacity to influence and manage a given situation. It is commonly used to indicate stability or authority, for example in discussions about safety, project management, or crisis response. The phrase emphasizes the maintenance of order or proper handling rather than the act of controlling itself.

Relation to related terms: Kontrolli means control or oversight, while kontrolli or kontrollointi refers to the act of checking, inspecting, or monitoring. Valvonta denotes supervision or oversight more generally. The verb kontrolloida means to control or monitor. Kontrollissa, by contrast, denotes the state of being under such control or supervision.

Translation and equivalents: In English, kontrollissa is often rendered as “in control” or “under control,” depending on context. It denotes a stable, managed condition rather than a one-time action. Its usage is typical in both formal and informal Finnish when describing how a situation, system, or person is managing or overseeing events.