Päiväyksenä

Päiväyksenä is a Finnish word that translates to "dated" or "as of the date" in English. It is commonly used in written communication, particularly in formal documents, letters, and contracts, to indicate the specific date on which something was written, created, or came into effect. The word itself is a form of the Finnish noun "päiväys," which means "date" or "dating."

When used in a sentence, päiväyksenä typically precedes the date itself. For example, a sentence might read "Sopimus allekirjoitettiin päiväyksenä 15. toukokuuta 2023," which translates to "The contract was signed on the date of May 15, 2023." This construction emphasizes the temporal aspect of the action or document.

The usage of päiväyksenä is similar to phrases like "dated" or "as of" in English, serving to formally establish the chronological point of reference. It is a standard and important element in ensuring clarity and accuracy in official records and communications where the timing of events or documents is crucial. The word is purely functional and does not carry any particular connotation beyond its literal meaning.