Purpose clauses (jotta)

Expressing Purpose with jotta

To explain the reason or goal behind an action, use the subordinate conjunction jotta ("so that" or "in order to").

Always place a comma before jotta, and remember to conjugate the verb that follows it to match the subject of the new clause.

The trainer helps me so that I achieve the goal.
Valmentaja auttaa minua, jotta saavutan tavoitteen.
I had rested well so that I had energy to train.
Olin levännyt hyvin, jotta jaksoin treenata.

Fitness and Health Goals

Jotta is perfect for talking about exercise routines and health objectives.

I eat regularly so that I am energetic all day.
Syön säännöllisesti, jotta olen energinen koko päivän.
I want to lose weight so that I can run fast.
Haluan laihtua, jotta voin juosta nopeasti.
He trains regularly so that his back gets stronger.
Hän treenaa säännöllisesti, jotta selkä vahvistuu.

Setting Routines

Use jotta to explain exactly why specific habits are important to your training.

I run often so that my heart rate rises.
Juoksen usein, jotta syke nousee.
I stretch so that my mobility improves.
Venyttelen, jotta liikkuvuus paranee.
We speak about motivation so that you have energy to train.
Puhumme motivaatiosta, jotta jaksat treenata.