abstinence in Finnish
abstinence in Finnish is pidättyminen, pidättyvyys, raittius — abstinence means the practice of deliberately avoiding something one wants, such as food, alcohol, or sex.
abstinence in Finnish
pidättyminen
The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire or appetite. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
pidättyvyys
The act or practice of abstaining, refraining from indulging a desire or appetite. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
pidättyvyys
Specifically, the practice of abstaining from sexual intercourse, either permanently or until marriage. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
raittius
Specifically, the practice of abstaining from intoxicating/alcoholic beverages; total abstinence; teetotalism). [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
täysraittius
Specifically, the practice of abstaining from intoxicating/alcoholic beverages; total abstinence; teetotalism). [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
kieltäytyminen
The practice of self-denial; self-restraint; forebearance from anything. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
pidättyvyys
The practice of self-denial; self-restraint; forebearance from anything. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
What does "abstinence" mean?
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noun The practice of deliberately avoiding something one wants, such as food, alcohol, or sex.
"He practised total abstinence from alcohol after the diagnosis."
abstinence in a sentence
- He practised total abstinence from alcohol after the diagnosis.
- The programme teaches abstinence as one method of prevention.
Similar words in Finnish
Common Finnish translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "abstinence" in Finnish?
"abstinence" in Finnish is pidättyminen, pidättyvyys, raittius. abstinence means: The practice of deliberately avoiding something one wants, such as food, alcohol, or sex.
How do you use "abstinence" in a sentence?
Example: "He practised total abstinence from alcohol after the diagnosis." In Finnish, "abstinence" is pidättyminen, pidättyvyys, raittius.
Are there other ways to say "abstinence" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 5 translations listed for "abstinence": pidättyminen, pidättyvyys, raittius, täysraittius, kieltäytyminen.
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