Määräyksiksi

Määräyksiksi is a Finnish translative form derived from määräys, meaning an order, directive, or regulation. In Finnish grammar, the translative case (-ksi) expresses designation, transformation, or role, indicating that something is to be regarded as or issued as something else. Therefore määräyksiksi means “as orders/directives” (plural) and is used to describe items that have been issued, framed, or designated as official directives. The singular counterpart is määräyseksi.

Usage and context

The form is primarily found in formal, bureaucratic, and legal language. It may appear in government documents, administrative decisions, or guidance to indicate that provisions are to be treated as official directives. In everyday speech, speakers usually use the singular määräyseksi when referring to one directive, or they may use synonyms such as ohjeiksi or säädöksiksi depending on the context.

Examples

Esitys on laadittu määräyksiksi eikä suosituksiksi. (The proposal has been drafted as directives rather than recommendations.)

Tiedot on laadittu määräyksiksi ja ne otetaan käyttöön välittömästi. (The information has been prepared as directives and will be put into effect immediately.)

Etymology and related terms

Määräyksiksi is formed from määräys plus the translative suffix -ksi. The root is related to määrätä, meaning “to determine” or “to order.” Related concepts in Finnish include määräykset (orders/regulations), käsky (command), and säädös (statutory regulation).