computer in Finnish
computer in Finnish is laskija, tietokone — computer means an electronic device that processes data, runs programs, and carries out calculations — from a desktop or laptop to the machine running behind a phone app.
computer in Finnish
laskija
(now, rare, chiefly, historical) A person employed to perform computations; one who computes. [from 17th c.]
tietokone
A programmable electronic device that performs mathematical calculations and logical operations, especially one that can process, store and retrieve large amounts of data very quickly; now especially, a small one for personal or home use employed for manipulating text or graphics, accessing the Internet, or playing games or media. [from 20th c.]
What does "computer" mean?
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noun An electronic device that processes data, runs programs, and carries out calculations — from a desktop or laptop to the machine running behind a phone app.
"She bought a new computer for editing video."
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noun (dated) A person whose job was to carry out mathematical calculations by hand, before machines took over the role.
"Before electronic computers existed, teams of human computers calculated ballistic tables for the military."
computer in a sentence
- She bought a new computer for editing video.
- The company's servers are just very powerful computers running around the clock.
- Before electronic computers existed, teams of human computers calculated ballistic tables for the military.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "computer" in Finnish?
"computer" in Finnish is laskija, tietokone. computer means: An electronic device that processes data, runs programs, and carries out calculations — from a desktop or laptop to the machine running behind a phone app.
How do you use "computer" in a sentence?
Example: "She bought a new computer for editing video." In Finnish, "computer" is laskija, tietokone.
Are there other ways to say "computer" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 2 translations listed for "computer": laskija, tietokone.
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