Vaivalloiselta

Vaivalloiselta is a Finnish adjective that translates to "burdensome," "troublesome," or "onerous" in English. It describes something that is difficult, demanding, or causes a lot of trouble and effort. The word is often used to express a feeling of being weighed down by a task or situation.

The root of the word is "vaiva," which means trouble, effort, or annoyance. The suffix "-llinen" denotes possession or abundance, suggesting something that is full of trouble or requires significant effort. The "-olta" ending transforms it into an adjective, describing a quality or characteristic.

One might describe a prolonged illness as vaivalloinen, indicating its burdensome nature and the significant effort required to manage it. Similarly, a complex bureaucratic process could be deemed vaivalloinen due to its intricate steps and the time and energy it consumes. It can also be applied to a person who is perceived as demanding or causing difficulties for others. The term carries a sense of inconvenience and the need to exert oneself beyond what is typically expected. It is not a strong word of condemnation, but rather a descriptor of something that makes life or a task harder than it needs to be.