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bittersweet in Finnish

bittersweet in Finnish is katkeranmakea, katkeransuloinen, punakoiso — bittersweet means tasting of both bitterness and sweetness at once.

bittersweet in Finnish

katkeranmakea
adj
Both bitter and sweet.
katkeransuloinen
adj
(figurative) Expressing contrasting emotions of pain and pleasure.
punakoiso
noun
Bittersweet nightshade (Solanum dulcamara).
kelasköynnös
noun
(US) A vine, of the genus Celastrus, having small orange fruit that open to reveal red seeds.

What does "bittersweet" mean?

  1. adj Tasting of both bitterness and sweetness at once.
    "The dark chocolate had a bittersweet edge."
  2. adj Bringing both happiness and sadness at the same time.
    "Graduation was a bittersweet moment for the whole family."
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bittersweet in a sentence

  • The dark chocolate had a bittersweet edge.
  • She sipped the bittersweet tea slowly.
  • Graduation was a bittersweet moment for the whole family.
  • It was bittersweet watching her childhood home get sold.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "bittersweet" in Finnish?

"bittersweet" in Finnish is katkeranmakea, katkeransuloinen, punakoiso. bittersweet means: Tasting of both bitterness and sweetness at once.

How do you use "bittersweet" in a sentence?

Example: "The dark chocolate had a bittersweet edge." In Finnish, "bittersweet" is katkeranmakea, katkeransuloinen, punakoiso.

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

Yes — Finnish has 4 translations listed for "bittersweet": katkeranmakea, katkeransuloinen, punakoiso, kelasköynnös.

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