Vaivaamisella

Vaivaamisella is a Finnish term that broadly translates to "by bothering," "through annoyance," or "by means of vexation." It describes a situation where something is achieved or a state is reached as a consequence of persistent or troublesome efforts, often without direct intent or by unintentionally causing irritation. The word implies a process that is not necessarily smooth or straightforward, but rather one that involves overcoming obstacles through persistent, perhaps even inconvenient, actions.

The nuance of vaivaamisella lies in the indirectness of the achievement. It's not about directly pushing for a goal in an organized manner, but rather about the cumulative effect of repeated, sometimes bothersome, attempts or circumstances. For example, one might achieve a difficult task "vaivaamisella" if they kept trying despite setbacks and minor annoyances, or if their persistent presence eventually wore down resistance. It can also refer to a situation where a problem is resolved, not through decisive action, but through a slow, gradual process that involves minor disruptions or persistent, low-level irritation for those involved. The focus is on the method of achieving the outcome, which is characterized by the presence of some form of bother or annoyance, whether it's self-imposed or externally generated.