Pykälittäin

Pykälittäin is a Finnish adverb that translates to "section by section," "clause by clause," or "item by item." It is commonly used when referring to legal documents, regulations, or any text that is structured into numbered or distinct parts. When something is done or examined pykälittäin, it means that each individual section or clause is considered separately and in order. This methodical approach ensures thoroughness and attention to detail. For example, one might read a contract pykälittäin to understand each stipulation, or discuss a new law pykälittäin to cover all its provisions. The term emphasizes a systematic and granular review process. It implies a deliberate and structured way of processing information, where each part is given due consideration before moving on to the next. This method is often employed in legal, academic, and administrative contexts where precision and completeness are crucial. The word itself is formed from "pykälä," meaning "section" or "paragraph," and the suffix "-ittäin," which indicates distribution or repetition.