Enlightenment in Finnish

Enlightenment in Finnish is valistusaika, valistus, valaistuminen — Enlightenment means the state of having clear understanding, insight, or wisdom.

Enlightenment in Finnish

valistusaika

proper noun

(history) A 17th- and 18th-century European intellectual movement emphasizing rationalism. The period during which it flourished is called the Age of Enlightenment or Age of Reason.

valistus

noun

valaistuminen

noun

An act of enlightening, or the state of being enlightened or instructed.

What does "Enlightenment" mean?

noun The state of having clear understanding, insight, or wisdom.
"He described a moment of sudden enlightenment while meditating."
name The Enlightenment: an 17th-and-18th-century European intellectual movement that championed reason and science over tradition and superstition.
"Philosophers of the Enlightenment challenged the authority of the church and monarchy."

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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”.

Enlightenment in a sentence

He described a moment of sudden enlightenment while meditating.
Many people travel to the mountains in search of peace and enlightenment.
Philosophers of the Enlightenment challenged the authority of the church and monarchy.

Similar words in Finnish

awakening bodhi illumination nirvana satori

Common Finnish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Enlightenment" in Finnish?

"Enlightenment" in Finnish is valistusaika, valistus, valaistuminen. Enlightenment means: The state of having clear understanding, insight, or wisdom.

How do you use "Enlightenment" in a sentence?

Example: "He described a moment of sudden enlightenment while meditating." In Finnish, "Enlightenment" is valistusaika, valistus, valaistuminen.

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

Yes — Finnish has 3 translations listed for "Enlightenment": valistusaika, valistus, valaistuminen.

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