Tasaarvoisempaa

Tasaarvoisempaa is a Finnish adjective in the comparative degree meaning “more equal.” It derives from tasaarvo, meaning equality, and the suffix -isempaa, used to express greater degree. In ordinary speech and in media, tasaarvoisempaa functions as a rhetorical concept rather than a formal policy, often appearing in slogans or policy discussions to emphasize the goal of broader or deeper equality. While it is commonly associated with gender equality, the phrase is widely applicable to any domain where disparities are being addressed, such as work, education, or social rights. Typical constructions include tasaarvoisempaa yhteiskuntaa (“a more equal society”) or tasaarvoisempaa naisten asemaa (“a more equal status for women”), where the noun takes the partitive form.

The term is embedded in Finnish debates about tasa-arvo and social justice and is used by activists, commentators, and policymakers to signal an aspiration rather than a fixed doctrine. It can appear in political manifestos, debate articles, and public discourse as a concise way to advocate for progressive reforms that reduce inequalities.

See also: tasa-arvo; feminism; gender equality in Finland; Finnish social policy.