# finns

/ˈfɪnz/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/finns
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

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

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

## Examples

- The Finns are known for their love of saunas.
- Many Finns live in small villages in the north, where they rely on traditional fishing and forestry.
- 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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