velvoittamiseksi

Velvoittamiseksi is a Finnish linguistic form meaning “in order to obligate” or “for the purpose of obligating.” It is built from the verb velvoittaa (to oblige) with the nominalizing suffix -minen, producing velvoittaminen (the act of obligating), and the suffix -ksi, which can express purpose or aim in Finnish. The combination velvoittamiseksi thus marks the intended effect or objective of an action, provision, or rule.

Usage and function

The form is primarily found in formal, legal, or administrative language where authors explain the aim of a provision, agreement, or policy. It typically follows a noun phrase or clause and signals that the described measure is meant to create an obligation. For example, a sentence might state that a law has been drafted velvoittamiseksi osapuolia noudattamaan määrättyjä säännöksiä, meaning that the law is designed to obligate the parties to comply with specified rules.

Etymology and related forms

Velvoittamiseksi derives from velvoittaa plus the noun-forming suffix -minen (velvoittaminen, “the act of obligating”) and the purpose marker -ksi. Related forms include velvoittaminen (the act of obligating), velvoittaa (to oblige), and velvoitteet (obligations). The precise nuance of velvoittamiseksi can vary with context, but it generally denotes an intended binding effect.

Notes

The expression is common in legal and policy texts and is less frequent in everyday speech. When translating or interpreting velvoittamiseksi, it helps to consider the surrounding context to determine whether the emphasis is on the obligation itself or on the purpose of creating that obligation.