peruspiiriin
Peruspiiriin is the illative form of the Finnish noun peruspiiri, a compound of perus- (basic, fundamental) and piiri (district, circle, area, circuit). The term is used in contexts where something is directed toward, or included in, a basic geographic or functional unit known as a peruspiiri. Its meaning is thus context-dependent and often relates to planning, administration, or data organization within a defined area.
Etymology and form: Peruspiiri combines perus- with piiri to form a unit meaning “basic district.” The suffix
Usage and context: In Finnish public administration, planning, and technical language, peruspiiriin is used to indicate
- Tietoja kerätään peruspiiriin. (Data are collected into the basic district.)
- Palvelut suunnataan peruspiiriin. (Services are directed to the basic district.)
See also: piiri, peruspiiri (the base term), illative case in Finnish grammar, administrative divisions in Finland.