Parturissa

Parturissa is a Finnish word that serves as the inessive form of the noun parturi, meaning barber. In Finnish grammar, the suffix -ssa (or -ssä after consonants) marks location, so parturissa literally means “in the barber” or, more commonly, “in the barber’s” or “at the barber shop.” The term is used to indicate where an action takes place or where someone is located.

Usage and examples

Parturissa is used to describe being at or inside a barber’s establishment. For example, “Käyn parturissa” translates to “I go to the barber” or “I’m going to the barber’s,” and “Olen parturissa” can be understood as “I am at the barber’s” or “I’m in the barber’s chair,” depending on context. For a destination rather than a location, Finns typically use the illative form parturiin, meaning “to the barber (shop).” The term parturi-kampaaja combines barber and hairdresser, reflecting broader grooming services.

Notes on nuance

Parturissa is a neutral, standard term in Finnish and is most likely heard in everyday conversation or informal writing. It emphasizes location rather than the act of getting a haircut, which would be described with different verb forms and phrases.

See also

Parturi (barber), parturi-kampaaja (barber-hairdresser), Finnish grammar and case endings.