Suunnitelmissa

Suunnitelmissa is a Finnish expression meaning "in the plans" or "in the works." It is formed from the noun suunnitelma (plan) with the plural inessive suffix -issa, literally translating to “in the plans.” The phrase describes something that has been planned or is intended for inclusion in future arrangements, but has not yet been realized.

In usage, suunnitelmissa is typically paired with the verb olla (to be) to indicate that a project or action is currently planned or under consideration. It is common in both spoken and written Finnish, especially in contexts dealing with future measures, development projects, or organizational planning.

Examples:

- Projektin laajentaminen on suunnitelmissa seuraavan vuoden aikana. (The expansion of the project is in the plans for the next year.)

- Henkilöstön lisäykset ovat suunnitelmissa lähiaikoina. (Staff additions are in the plans for the near future.)

Kielitieteellinen note: suunnitelmissa functions as the inessive plural form of suunnitelma. It is often used in news, official announcements, and internal communications to signal forthcoming actions without committing to immediate execution. Related terms include suunnitelma (plan), suunnittelu (planning), and suunnitelmallisuus (planning, foresight).

See also: suunnitelma, suunnittelu, suunnitelmallisuus.