napinläpäjä

A napinläpäjä is a Finnish term that literally translates to "button pusher." It is colloquially used to describe someone who is perceived as being overly enthusiastic about or excessively involved in minor, often bureaucratic, tasks or procedures. The term carries a slightly dismissive or critical connotation, implying that the person in question is more focused on the mechanics of a system or process than on its actual purpose or outcome.

The napinläpäjä might be someone who strictly adheres to rules, insists on following every step of a procedure even when it seems unnecessary, or takes great satisfaction in completing small, administrative duties. This behavior is often seen as being pedantic or lacking in broader perspective. While the actions of a napinläpäjä might technically be correct, their excessive focus can sometimes hinder progress or create frustration for others who are more concerned with efficiency or the bigger picture. The term is typically used in informal contexts and is not a formal classification of any role or personality type.