palkinnoksi

Palkinnoksi is a Finnish translative form of the noun palkinto, meaning “as a prize” or “as a reward.” It expresses the role or function something takes in relation to a reward, indicating that a thing is provided or given in the capacity of a prize.

The word is used in formal or semi-formal language, especially in contexts involving competitions, grants, or other situations where a prize or reward is awarded. It often appears together with verbs such as myönnettiin, annettiin, or tarjottiin. Examples include sentences like “Kilpailun voittajalle myönnettiin palkinnoksi 10 000 euroa” or “Palkinnoksi tarjottiin lahjakortti.” In these usages, palkinnoksi marks what is being given and in what capacity.

Palkinnoksi is related to other terms for rewards and compensation. It should not be confused with palkinto (the prize itself) or palkkio (remuneration or fee). Palkinnoksi specifically conveys the sense of “as a prize/reward” and is a grammatical form rather than a separate lexical item.

Etymology and form: palkinnoksi is formed from palkinto (reward, prize) with the translative suffix -ksi, which denotes transformation into a state or role. The form is typically used to describe how something is offered or designated in the context of a reward, rather than to describe the reward itself as a standalone object.