finnish
word
Definition
The language spoken in Finland. 'Finnish' can also describe something related to Finland or its people.
Usage & Nuances
'Finnish' as a noun refers to the language; as an adjective, it describes things from Finland (Finnish food, Finnish design). Not to be confused with 'finish' (to complete). Always capitalized.
Spanish: finés - finlandés (idioma)Portuguese (BR): finlandês (idioma)Portuguese (PT): finlandês (idioma)Chinese (Simplified): 芬兰语Chinese (Traditional): 芬蘭語Hindi: फ़िनिश (भाषा)Arabic: الفنلندية (اللغة)
Example Sentences
Can you speak Finnish?
basic
I am learning Finnish at school.
basic
Finnish is very different from English.
basic
My friend taught me how to say 'hello' in Finnish.
natural
That restaurant serves traditional Finnish food.
natural
The Finnish winter can be extremely cold.
natural