Tukikohtana

Tukikohtana is a Finnish grammatical form meaning “as a base” or “in the role of a base.” It is the essive case form of the noun tukikohta, which denotes a base, anchor, or focal point. The essive case in Finnish uses the suffix -na/-nä to express a temporary state or role, so tukikohtana literally means “as a base” or “in the capacity of a base.”

The form is used to describe the function or position of a person or place during a particular activity or period. It is common in formal or descriptive contexts, such as reports, analyses, or military and logistical descriptions. It can appear with verbs that indicate role or function, for example: “Koulun sijainti toimi tukikohtana projektissa” (The school’s location served as the base for the project).

Examples are typically statements about established roles rather than everyday speech. For instance: “Operaatiossa koulu toimi tukikohtana” (In the operation, the school served as a base) and “Tiimin tilat toimivat tukikohtana varainhankintakampanjalle” (The team’s facilities served as the base for the fundraising campaign).

Notes: Tukikohtana is a specialized, mostly written-use form of tukikohta. It conveys a stable, temporary role rather than a permanent label. Related terms include tukikohta (base) and the general essive case in Finnish grammar.

See also: tukikohta; essive case.