kasuaalissa

Kasuaalissa is a Finnish adjective form used to describe something conducted in a casual or informal manner, setting, or style. It derives from the loanword casual, adapted into Finnish as kasuaali, with kasuaalinen meaning casual or informal. The form kasuaalissa appears as the inessive case (inessive singular) of kasuaali, typically used with a noun that is understood from context. In practice, kasuaalisessa or kasuaalisissa are more common when followed by a noun, while kasuaalissa appears as part of a larger phrase such as kasuaalisessa ilmapiirissä or kasuaalisessa pukeutumisessa.

Etymology and linguistic notes: The term reflects the growing incorporation of English loanwords into contemporary Finnish. Kasuaali as an adjective describes non-formal, relaxed, or informal characteristics. Finnish inflection then yields forms like kasuaalisessa (inessive), kasuaalisia (partitive plural), and kasuaaliset (nominative plural). Kasuaalissa, as a case form, is most often embedded in phrases where the noun is implied by context.

Usage: Kasuaalissa is used primarily in spoken language, lifestyle journalism, and media aimed at younger audiences. It can describe attire (kasuaalisessa pukeutumisessa, in casual dress), atmosphere (kasuaalisessa ilmapiirissä, in a casual atmosphere), or approach (kasuaalisessa asenteessa, in a casual attitude). In formal writing, more neutral terms such as epämuodollinen or rento may be preferred.

See also: kasuaali, kasuaalinen, epämuodollinen, rento, casual.