Yhdistysten

Yhdistysten is the genitive plural form of the Finnish noun yhdistys, which means an association, society, club, or organization. It is used to express belonging to or relating to multiple associations, for example in legal, administrative, or organizational texts.

Form and usage: In Finnish, genitive plural endings vary for different noun classes, and for yhdistys the form is yhdistysten. It appears after the noun stem to indicate possession or relation with several groups. Examples include yhdistysten toiminta (the activities of the associations) and yhdistysten jäsenet (the members of the associations).

Distinctions and related forms: The corresponding singular genitive is yhdistyksen (the association’s). The nominative plural is yhdistykset (associations). The term yhdistysten is commonly found in contexts discussing multiple groups, such as cooperative efforts, funding, programs, or policy texts that involve several member associations.

Context and meaning: Yhdistys refers broadly to voluntary, non-profit, or interest-based organizations formed by people to pursue common goals. In Finland, such associations play roles in civil society, culture, sports, welfare, and professional life, often interacting with public authorities and receiving support or regulation under applicable laws. The possessive plural yhdistysten thus signals material or topics that pertain to more than one association.