Sääntöisesti

Sääntöisesti is a Finnish adverb meaning “as a rule,” “ordinarily,” or “generally,” used to indicate that something follows established rules, norms, or typical practice. It is formed from the noun sääntö, meaning rule or regulation, with the adverbial suffix -isesti. The word is commonly found in formal, technical, or policy-related language but can also appear in more general writing to express normative expectations.

In use, sääntöisesti signals that a statement describes what normally happens under standard procedures or accepted guidelines, rather than what necessarily must happen every time. It can introduce statements about norms, procedures, or expected conditions, and it may be contrasted with exceptions or special circumstances introduced by phrases such as poikkeustapauksessa or poikkeuksellisesti. The sense is closer to “in accordance with the rules” or “as a general rule,” rather than simply “usually.”

Sääntöisesti is distinct from synonyms like yleensä (usually) or tavallisesti (typically) by emphasizing rule-based or standard practices. It can carry a more formal tone, so in everyday speech speakers might opt for yleisesti or yleensä for a lighter nuance. The word is versatile and commonly used in official documents, academic writing, and organizational guidelines to describe standard processes or normative expectations.

Examples:

- Kokous alkaa sääntöisesti klo 9.

- Sääntöisesti projektin palaverit pidetään joka toinen viikko.