ulkosyrjään

ulkosyrjään is a Finnish word that translates to "to the outer edge" or "outwards" in English. It is a locative case adverbial, indicating movement or position away from the center or towards the periphery. The word is formed from "ulkosyrjä," meaning "outer edge" or "outskirts," and the allative case ending "-än," which denotes movement towards a surface or location.

In practical usage, ulkosyrjään can describe physical movement, such as a person walking ulkosyrjään of a town, meaning towards its outskirts. It can also be used metaphorically. For instance, one might say a certain idea is being pushed ulkosyrjään, implying it is being marginalized or moved to the periphery of a discussion or consideration. The word emphasizes a direction or destination that is external and often less central. It is a common term in everyday Finnish conversation and writing.