hyödyntääkseen

Hyödyntääkseen is a Finnish verb form, specifically the kolmas infinitiivi (third infinitive) of the verb hyödyntää, meaning to utilize or exploit. This non-finite form expresses purpose or intention, and is commonly rendered in English as “in order to utilize” or “to utilize.” It is frequent in formal or written Finnish, such as business, research, and policy texts.

Morphology and use: The form is built from the verb stem with the suffix -kseen, producing a construction that indicates the aim of the action described in the main clause. Examples show how the action of the main clause is performed for the purpose of utilizing something:

- Hän osallistui seminaariin hyödyntääkseen saamiaan kontakteja.

- Yritys teki investoinnin hyödyntääkseen kerättyä dataa.

- Hän suunnittelee muutoksia hyödyntääkseen tuloksia.

Nuance and register: Hyödyntää can carry neutral, neutral-positive, or opportunistic nuances depending on context. Hyödyntääkseen tends to emphasize strategic or purposeful use of resources, opportunities, tai data. When applied to people or vulnerable groups, the sense can carry ethical considerations and a stronger critical tone.

See also: related non-finite forms and verbs such as käyttääkseen or tekevän (kolmas infinitiivi and other examples of the kolmas infinitiivi) are commonly discussed in Finnish grammar. In practice, hyödyntääkseen appears mainly in written or formal language to highlight intentional utilization of something for a specific outcome.