Vahingoksi

Vahingoksi is a Finnish expression meaning “to the detriment of” or “to the damage of.” It is used to describe actions, decisions, or circumstances that cause harm, loss, or disadvantage to a person, group, or interest. In everyday speech as well as in formal language, especially in legal, administrative, and contractual contexts, vahingoksi introduces the affected party and the nature of the harm.

In legal and administrative texts, vahingoksi is used to articulate consequences and to frame claims for liability or compensation. Examples include statements such as “Päätös on nähty vahingoksi osakeyhtiölle” (The decision is seen as to the detriment of the corporation) and “Toimenpide aiheutti vahingoksi kuluttajalle” (The measure caused harm to the consumer). The phrase helps to specify the stake affected by an action and to argue about who bears liability.

Vahingoksi is not a separate legal term with a fixed definition, but a descriptive expression that conveys detriment. It commonly appears in contract language, administrative decisions, and court documents as part of a clause that assesses impact, fault, or damages.

Translations: in English, vahingoksi is typically rendered as “to the detriment of” or “to the damage of.” Related Finnish terms include vahinko (damage), vahingonteko (damaging conduct), and vahingonkorvaus (damages).