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finns

n.
C1 Advanced US //ˈfɪnz// finns

n. the people from Finland. You use this word to talk about the group of people who live in that country.

n. the people of Finland, or the inhabitants of that country. Often used in the plural to refer to the ethnic group as a whole.


SIMPLE

The Finns are known for their love of saunas.

CONTEXTUAL

Many Finns live in small villages in the north, where they rely on traditional fishing and forestry.

COMPLEX

The cultural identity of the Finns is deeply rooted in their history of maintaining independence from both Sweden and Russia, which has shaped their national character and political values.

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