viihtyvyyteen

Viihtyvyyteen is the illative form of the Finnish noun viihtyvyys, which denotes the state or quality of being comfortable, cosy, or well. The illative case (ending -een) marks direction toward or focus on that state, so viihtyvyyteen means “into comfort” or “towards a comfortable environment.” It is used to express aims, goals, or destinations related to well-being.

The noun viihtyvyys is derived from the verb viihtyä, meaning “to feel well” or “to enjoy oneself,” with the common abstract-noun suffix -vyys. In practice, viihtyvyyteen is used when describing efforts to enhance well-being in places or situations, such as housing, workplaces, services, or public spaces.

Context and nuance: Viihtyvyyteen covers both physical comfort—temperature, acoustics, lighting, ergonomics—and psychological or aesthetic aspects, such as ambiance and orderly design. It emphasizes subjective well-being rather than solely functional aspects. The concept is frequently discussed in fields like architecture, interior design, urban planning, and customer experience, where creating a pleasant atmosphere is a priority.

Examples: “Hankkeessa kiinnitetään erityisesti huomiota viihtyvyyteen.” “Työpaikan viihtyvyyteen panostaminen voi lisätä työntekijöiden sitoutuneisuutta.” These phrases illustrate aiming for comfort in environments and experiences.

See also: viihtyvyys.