elättäjän

Elättäjä is a Finnish term that translates to "breadwinner" or "provider." It refers to the person in a family or household who is primarily responsible for earning the income necessary to support the others. Historically, in many societies, the elättäjä was predominantly the male head of the household. However, with changing societal norms and increased female participation in the workforce, the role of elättäjä can be filled by any individual regardless of gender. The term emphasizes the financial responsibility and contribution to the family's well-being. In some contexts, it can also be used more broadly to describe someone who financially supports another person or entity, even outside of a traditional family structure. The concept highlights the importance of economic contribution to the sustenance of a household or dependents.