pyrkikseen

Pyrkikseen is a Finnish expression that conveys purpose or intention. It is formed from the verb pyrkiä, meaning to strive or to aim, and is used to indicate that an action is undertaken with a specific goal in mind. The phrase is most common in formal or literary Finnish and appears in written texts such as policy documents, speeches, or analyses rather than in everyday conversation.

Usage and meaning. Pyrkikseen introduces the aim or direction of an action and can be translated as 'for the purpose of' or 'with the aim of'. It is typically used with a following infinitive that states the intended result. The construction is common in formal prose and can be used to clarify motive behind decisions or plans. It is closely related to nouns like pyrkimys or purpose phrases such as tarkoituksena.

Grammar and examples. The form is usually treated as an idiomatic adverbial phrase. It does not decline; it remains pyrkikseen regardless of subject or tense. Example sentences include: 'Hän ryhtyi toimiin, pyrkikseen parantamaan tilannetta.' and 'Hallitus esitteli suunnitelman, pyrkikseen vahvistamaan taloutta.'

Relationship and synonyms. Other ways to express similar ideas include 'tarkoituksena', 'tavoitteena', and 'pyrkimys'. In modern Finnish, pyrkikseen is somewhat formal and more common in written language than in casual talk. Some sources discuss it as part of the historical development of Finnish purposive constructions.

See also: pyrkiä; pyrkimys; tarkoitus.