Tuntiperusteisia

Tuntiperusteisia is Finnish an adjective phrase meaning “based on hours worked.” It is used to describe compensation, pay, or remuneration that is calculated on an hourly basis rather than as a fixed monthly salary. The base form is tuntiperusteinen; the plural partitive form tuntiperusteisia is used before nouns in plural form, for example tuntiperusteisia palkkoja or tuntiperusteisia korvauksia.

Linguistically, tuntiperusteinen is formed from tunti (hour) and perusteinen (based on). In usage, tuntiperusteisia modifies nouns to indicate that the payment depends on the number of hours worked. It is commonly seen in contexts involving temporary, part-time, or casual work, or in contracts where work hours vary from week to week. The exact calculation and eligibility are usually defined in the employment contract or the applicable collective agreement.

In practice, tuntiperusteisia pay structures are used for wages, allowances, or compensation tied to actual hours worked. They are common in sectors with fluctuating workloads, such as service, hospitality, or certain gig and contract work, as well as for short-term or interim positions. While they provide flexibility for employers and workers with varying hours, they can also lead to income variability and require careful hour tracking and record-keeping to ensure accurate payments.

Related concepts include tuntipalkka (hourly wage) and other hourly-based compensation schemes. The choice between tuntiperusteisia pay and fixed salaries reflects differences in work arrangements, job security, and administrative practices in employment relations.