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behest in Finnish

behest in Finnish is käsky, määräys — behest means a command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of.".

behest in Finnish

käsky
noun
A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of and at one's behest. [from 12th c.]
määräys
noun
A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of and at one's behest. [from 12th c.]

What does "behest" mean?

  1. noun A command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of."
    "The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board."
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behest in a sentence

  • The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "behest" in Finnish?

"behest" in Finnish is käsky, määräys. behest means: A command or authoritative request, especially in the phrase "at the behest of."

How do you use "behest" in a sentence?

Example: "The new policy was introduced at the behest of the board." In Finnish, "behest" is käsky, määräys.

Are there other ways to say "behest" in Finnish?

Yes — Finnish has 2 translations listed for "behest": käsky, määräys.

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