Ohuolukorras

Ohuolukorras is a Finnish term used in formal and media language to indicate that a person, organization, or system is in a delicate, under-resourced, or precarious state that requires attention or intervention. It conveys more urgency than everyday expressions of concern and is often linked to social, economic, or administrative contexts.

The term appears primarily in journalistic reporting, policy documents, and analyses where the writer wishes to signal vulnerability without detailing specific causes or thresholds. It can apply to a range of subjects, including public services, welfare arrangements, infrastructure, and organizational stability. Because it describes a condition, ohuolukorras is typically used in statements about situations that are dynamic and evolving, rather than to describe fixed facts.

In English, there is no exact one-word equivalent. Closest translations depend on context and may include “in distress,” “in a precarious state,” or “under strain.” The nuance is one of concern and urgency, rather than mere fact, and it often implies that remedial action or policy consideration is appropriate.

Notes on usage and register: ohuolukorras is not a common everyday term in spoken Finnish. It is more characteristic of formal discourse and professional writing, where precision about risk and resource adequacy is important. It may appear in news articles, government briefings, or NGO reports discussing vulnerable sectors or populations. For non-Finnish readers, translation should consider the broader context to capture the intended urgency and scope.