työläiksi

The Finnish term "työläiksi" is the transliterated form of the word "työläis-" which functions as the genitive plural of "työläinen." "Työläinen" translates to "worker" or "laborer" in English. Therefore, "työläiksi" essentially means "of the workers" or "for the workers." It is a grammatical form used to indicate possession, belonging, or a relationship pertaining to multiple workers.

This word is commonly encountered in contexts discussing labor movements, social classes, or historical periods where the working class played a significant role. For instance, one might see phrases like "työläisten oikeudet" (workers' rights) or "työläisten asunnot" (workers' housing), where "työläisten" is the genitive plural form. Understanding this grammatical nuance is key to interpreting Finnish texts related to social and economic history, as well as contemporary discussions about labor. The word itself carries connotations of collective identity and shared experience among those who engage in manual or industrial labor.