kuopissa
Kuopissa is the inessive plural form of the Finnish noun kuoppa, meaning a pit or hole. Literally, kuopissa means “in the pits” or “in the holes.” In ordinary usage it describes being located inside several pits or holes, but it is most commonly used metaphorically to describe being in trouble, difficulty, or a bad situation.
Etymology and grammar: Kuoppa is a simple Finnish noun, and the inessive case marks location. The singular
Usage and nuance: Kuopissa is frequently used to convey that someone or something is in a difficult
Examples of usage (translated):
- Olen kuopissa. — I am in trouble.
- Yritys on kuopissa. — The company is in trouble.
- Tilanne on kuopissa, mutta löydämme ratkaisun. — The situation is in trouble, but we will find a
See also: ahdingossa, vaikeuksissa, tilanne ja haasteet. These related terms describe difficult circumstances or adversity in