Voimalinjassa

Voimalinjassa is a Finnish term that denotes location in relation to a power line. It is the inessive singular form of voimalinja, meaning the power or transmission line that carries electricity. The phrase is used in technical and everyday language to indicate something situated on, along, or within the path of a power line, such as equipment, inspections, or observations connected to the line infrastructure.

Etymology and form: Voimalinja combines voima (power) and linja (line). The suffix -ssa marks the inessive case, which in Finnish expresses “in,” “inside,” or “on” a surface or location. Thus voimalinjassa translates roughly to “in the power line” or “on the power line,” depending on context. The form is common in engineering, construction, and field reporting where precise positioning relative to the line is important.

Usage: The term primarily appears in technical texts, maintenance instructions, safety guides, and field documentation related to electricity distribution and transmission networks. It describes a spatial relation to the power line and helps distinguish the location from other parts of the grid or from general areas near the line. In everyday language, speakers may prefer alternative phrases such as voimalinjalla or linjan varressa, which convey related locational nuances.

See also: voimalinja, sähköverkko, pylväs, sähköturvallisuus, linja-alue.

Note: Voimalinjassa is a specialized term used to specify position relative to the power line, rather than a general description of proximity to the broader electrical infrastructure.