elintarpeiksi

elintarpeiksi is a Finnish word that translates to "for foodstuff" or "for provisions" in English. It is a compound word formed from "elintarve," meaning "foodstuff" or "necessity of life," and the allative case suffix "-ksi." The allative case in Finnish indicates movement towards or for the purpose of something.

Therefore, elintarpeiksi signifies the purpose of something being for sustenance or for meeting basic needs. It is commonly used in contexts related to food, agriculture, and provisions. For example, one might discuss allocating resources elintarpeiksi, meaning for the purpose of acquiring food. Similarly, it can refer to goods or supplies that are intended to be consumed or used for living. The term emphasizes the essential nature of the items or actions in question. It is a practical term highlighting the function of providing for life's necessities.