varusteeksi

Varusteeksi is a Finnish translative case form of the noun varuste, meaning equipment or gear. It is used to indicate that something is used as equipment or designated as equipment, and it often appears in contexts involving planning, procurement, or specifying purpose. The translative expresses a change of state or function, such as turning an item into equipment for a task.

In grammar, varusteeksi is the singular translative form of varuste. The plural translative form is varusteiksi. The corresponding essive form is varusteena, meaning “as equipment” in a temporary state. Varuste is a common term in sports, outdoor activities, industry, and military contexts, especially when listing gear or describing intended use.

Etymology: The noun varuste derives from the verb varustaa, to equip, and related words such as varustus and varusteet. The suffix -ksi marks the translative case, conveying designation or transformation into the stated role or function. The usage of varusteeksi is thus largely parallel to other translatives in Finnish.

Examples: Esimerkki 1: Tämä valaisin toimii varusteeksi retkelle. Esimerkki 2: Retkelle oli listattu varusteiksi reppu, teltta ja makuupussi. Esimerkki 3: Hän päätti käyttää vanhaa reppua varusteeksi seuraavalle vaellukselle.