oikeuksiksi

Oikeuksiksi is a Finnish word that translates to "as rights" or "into rights." It functions as a postposition in Finnish grammar, indicating that something is being considered or treated as a right. This grammatical construction is used to express the idea that a particular entitlement or claim is to be recognized as a right, either by law, by convention, or by societal understanding.

For example, the phrase "vapaus oikeuksiksi" could be translated as "freedom as rights," implying that freedom is to be considered a fundamental right. Similarly, "tasa-arvo oikeuksiksi" would mean "equality as rights," emphasizing that equality is a right. The use of "oikeuksiksi" highlights the transformation of a concept or a status into a legally or morally binding entitlement. It signifies a shift in perspective, where something previously considered a privilege, a benefit, or simply a state of being, is now framed as a claim that can be asserted and protected. This grammatical form is important for understanding how Finnish expresses the concept of rights and their establishment within societal and legal frameworks.