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dead wood in Finnish

dead wood in Finnish is riippakivi, kuollut puu.

dead wood in Finnish

riippakivi

noun

(figuratively) Matters or things that have become unnecessary or otherwise useless; bloat, dead weight.

kuollut puu

noun

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dead,‎ wood.

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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 "dead wood" in Finnish?

"dead wood" in Finnish is riippakivi, kuollut puu.

Are there other ways to say "dead wood" in Finnish?

Yes — Finnish has 2 translations listed for "dead wood": riippakivi, kuollut puu.

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