aikavaiva
Aikavaiva is a Finnish term that translates loosely to "time-consuming bother" or "annoyance that takes up too much time." It describes a situation, task, or person that is perceived as unnecessarily complicated, tedious, or inefficient, thereby wasting valuable time and energy. The concept is often used in informal contexts to express frustration with bureaucratic processes, poorly designed systems, or people who are perceived as being deliberately obstructive or slow.
The feeling of aikavaiva can arise from various sources. For example, filling out a complex form with
While aikavaiva is primarily a colloquial term, it reflects a broader human sentiment about efficiency and