Rajoiltaan

Rajoiltaan is a Finnish adverb meaning “in terms of its limits” or “to the extent of its boundaries.” It is used to describe the scope, size, or capacity of something as constrained by defined limits, rather than in absolute terms. The expression is common in formal, technical, or policy writing, where the writer wishes to circumscribe a statement by its boundaries or constraints.

Grammatically, rajoiltaan is formed from the idea of a boundary or limit and functions to indicate perspective or extent. It typically follows the entity being described and precedes the value, range, or characteristic that is limited. In practice it signals that the following detail is a maximum, a cap, or a bounded range rather than an unrestricted figure.

Usage notes: Rajoiltaan conveys that a value or description is not unrestricted but bound by a specified cap or range. It is often used with numbers, budgets, durations, or geographical or organizational scopes to indicate a maximum, a range, or a boundary. The expression can add precision in planning, budgeting, or regulatory contexts.

Examples:

- Kustannusarvio on rajoiltaan viisi miljoonaa euroa.

- Hankkeen aikataulu on rajoiltaan kolme vuotta.

See also: rajoitus, rajallinen, rajata, rajat.