Oikeellisesti

Oikeellisesti is a Finnish adverb meaning “correctly,” “properly,” or “lawfully,” depending on the context. It is formed from the adjective oikeellinen (meaning “correct,” “legitimate”) with the adverbial suffix -sti. The word is typically used in formal or technical language and appears in written Finnish such as manuals, instructions, and legal or administrative texts.

In everyday speech, the adverb oikein is more common for plain “correctly,” but oikeellisesti adds a sense of conformity to rules or standards. In legal or regulatory contexts, oikeellisesti can convey “in a lawful or compliant way,” though more common legal terms for “legally” are laillisesti or lain mukaan (according to the law).

Examples include: “Vastaus annettiin oikeellisesti,” meaning “The answer was given correctly.” “Toimenpide on suoritettu oikeellisesti ja sääntöjen mukaan,” meaning “The procedure has been carried out properly and in accordance with the rules.”

Etymology and related terms: oikeellisesti is derived from oikeellinen with the suffix -sti. Related forms include oikeellinen (adjective: correct, legitimate) and oikeudellinen (legal or juridical). In English, oikeellisesti is usually translated as “correctly” or “legally,” depending on the context.