Päätoimisina

Päätoimisina is a Finnish word that translates to "full-time" or "primarily" in English. It is commonly used in various contexts to describe the nature of an activity, employment, or focus.

In the context of employment, "päätoimisina" refers to working a full-time job. This implies that the individual dedicates their primary working hours and effort to a single employer or a principal line of work. A person employed "päätoimisina" typically works the standard number of hours considered full-time in their respective industry or country, often around 37.5 to 40 hours per week. This status usually comes with benefits and legal protections associated with full-time employment.

Beyond formal employment, "päätoimisina" can also describe other activities or pursuits. For instance, someone might be a "päätoimisina" student, meaning their primary occupation is studying at an educational institution. Similarly, an artist or entrepreneur might consider their creative or business endeavors as their "päätoimisina" focus, even if it doesn't involve a traditional employer-employee relationship.

The term emphasizes the primary or main nature of an undertaking. If someone is engaged in multiple activities, "päätoimisina" helps to distinguish their main commitment from secondary or part-time activities. It signifies where the majority of one's time, energy, and resources are directed. The opposite of "päätoimisina" would typically be "osa-aikainen," meaning part-time.