Tasapuolisemmin

Tasapuolisemmin is an adverb in Finnish that denotes performing an action in a more fair or equitable manner. It is used when comparing the fairness of different actions, policies, or distributions, indicating that one option is more just or even-handed than another.

Etymology and form: Tasapuolisemmin is derived from the adjective tasapuolinen (fair, impartial) with the comparative suffix -emmin, forming the comparative adverb. The base adverb form tasapuolisesti means “in a fair manner,” while tasapuolisemmin explicitly signals a higher degree of fairness compared to another case.

Usage: The word commonly appears in journalism, public discourse, and academic writing to assess processes, allocations, or treatments. Examples include: “Resurssit jaetaan tasapuolisemmin nykytilanteessa” (Resources are distributed more fairly in the current situation) and “Päätös tehtiin tasapuolisemmin kuin aiemmin.” It can modify verbs or predicates describing outcomes, policies, or procedures.

Nuance: Tasapuolisemmin emphasizes a comparative improvement in fairness and is relatively formal. It is more precise for evaluative statements than tasapuolisesti, which means “in a fair manner” without explicit comparison. The term is neutral in itself but is often used in normative or evaluative contexts.

See also: tasapuolisesti, tasapuolisuus, oikeudenmukaisuus, tasa-arvo. These related terms cover fair conduct, impartiality, justice, and equality in Finnish language usage.