halutusti

Halutusti is a Finnish adverb meaning “in a way that is desired” or “as desired.” It derives from the verb haluta (to want) with the adverbial suffix -sti and is used to describe actions carried out to align with wishes, requirements, or expectations. The term often appears in written Finnish, including technical, legal, or descriptive contexts, where precision about how something should be done is important.

Etymology: Halutusti is formed from haluta and the -sti suffix, a productive means for creating adverbs from verbs or adjectives in Finnish.

Usage: The word indicates that an action is performed according to a specified preference or instruction, rather than by default. In everyday speech, speakers may prefer phrases such as toivottuun tapaan or halutulla tavalla depending on context, while halutusti is common in written or formal contexts.

Examples:

- Projekti etenee halutusti siten, että kaikki vaatimukset täyttyvät.

- Järjestelmä voidaan konfiguroida halutusti käyttäjän tarpeiden mukaan.

Translations: In English, halutusti can be rendered as “as desired” or “desirably.” See also related terms haluttu (desired) and haluta (to want).