Lisäesteenä

Lisäesteenä is a Finnish term that translates to "as an additional obstacle" or "as a further hindrance" in English. It is used to describe a situation where something, in addition to existing difficulties, creates a new or amplified challenge. This can apply to a wide range of contexts, from personal struggles to larger societal or economic issues.

For example, in the context of a person trying to overcome a setback, a lisäesteenä might be an unexpected illness or a sudden financial loss. These events don't just add to the existing problems; they fundamentally alter the landscape of challenges one must navigate. In a more abstract sense, a new regulation or a global economic downturn could be described as a lisäesteenä for businesses already operating in a competitive market.

The term implies that the primary obstacles are already present, and the "lisäesteenä" exacerbates the difficulty of overcoming them. It emphasizes the cumulative nature of challenges and the increased effort required to achieve a desired outcome when faced with additional impediments. The phrase is often used to convey a sense of increased complexity and the need for adaptability and resilience in the face of mounting difficulties.