tuomiseksi

Tuomiseksi is a Finnish term formed from the verb tuoda (to bring). It is used to express purpose or function related to bringing something, and it can be glossed in English as “for bringing” or “to be brought.” The form is analyzed in Finnish grammar as a translative construction: the suffix -ksi marks a change of state or role, in this case indicating the intended use or function associated with bringing.

In practice, tuomiseksi appears primarily in written Finnish, especially in formal or instructional contexts where items or actions are described by their purpose. It is commonly found in planning documents, instructions, or labels that specify what should be brought or used for bringing to a location or event. Because it is relatively formal, tuomiseksi is less frequent in everyday speech, where speakers might opt for simpler expressions such as “tuoda varten” (for bringing) or other paraphrases.

Relation to other forms: tuomiseksi is part of a broader system of Finnish forms that express purpose or function with the translative suffix -ksi. It is often contrasted with more common constructions that use infinitives or other case endings to convey similar ideas, depending on the nuance or formality required.

See also: tuoda, tuominen, translatiivinen käyttö, suomen kieli.