calque in Finnish

calque in Finnish is käännöslaina, omaksua käännöslaina.

calque in Finnish

käännöslaina

noun

(linguistics, translation studies) A word or phrase in a language formed by word-for-word or morpheme-by-morpheme translation of a word in another language.

omaksua käännöslaina

verb

(linguistics, translation studies, transitive) To adopt (a word or phrase) from one language to another by semantic translation of its parts.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "calque" in Finnish?

"calque" in Finnish is käännöslaina, omaksua käännöslaina.

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

Yes — Finnish has 2 translations listed for "calque": käännöslaina, omaksua käännöslaina.

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