viivästämiseksi

Viivästämiseksi is a Finnish term that translates to "for the purpose of delaying" or "in order to delay" in English. It is a grammatical construction used to express the intention or reason behind an action, specifically to cause a postponement or to gain time. This adverbial phrase is formed by combining the infinitive of the verb "viivästää" (to delay) with the translative case ending "-ksi".

The usage of viivästämiseksi typically follows the action that is being performed with the intent to delay. For example, one might engage in a lengthy explanation viivästämiseksi, meaning the explanation is given to make time pass or to postpone a subsequent event. Similarly, a person might perform a task slowly viivästämiseksi, indicating that the slowness is a deliberate tactic to delay something else.

This phrase emphasizes the purpose behind an action. It's not simply about being delayed, but about actively causing a delay. The context in which viivästämiseksi is used is crucial for understanding the specific intent. It can be employed in various situations, from everyday conversations to more formal contexts, whenever a deliberate act of postponement is the underlying motive. The grammatical structure clearly links the action to its delaying objective.