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magic in Finnish

magic in Finnish is maaginen, taika-, lumoava — magic means the use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.

magic in Finnish

maaginen
adj
Having supernatural talents, properties or qualities attributed to magic. [from 14th c.]
taika-
adj
Having supernatural talents, properties or qualities attributed to magic. [from 14th c.]
maaginen
adj
Producing extraordinary results, as though through the use of magic. [from 17th c.]
lumoava
adj
Producing extraordinary results, as though through the use of magic. [from 17th c.]
taianomainen
adj
Producing extraordinary results, as though through the use of magic. [from 17th c.]
taika-
adj
Pertaining to conjuring tricks or illusions performed for entertainment etc. [from 19th c.]
taikuri
adj
Pertaining to conjuring tricks or illusions performed for entertainment etc. [from 19th c.]
magia
noun
(rare, countable) A specific ritual or procedure associated with such magic; a spell; a magical ability. [from 14th c.]
noitamenot
noun
(rare, countable) A specific ritual or procedure associated with such magic; a spell; a magical ability. [from 14th c.]
taikamenot
noun
(rare, countable) A specific ritual or procedure associated with such magic; a spell; a magical ability. [from 14th c.]
taikuus
noun
The application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them. [from 14th c.]
magia
noun
The application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them. [from 14th c.]
taika
noun
The application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them. [from 14th c.]
silmänkääntötemppu
noun
(entertainment) The art or practice of performing conjuring tricks and illusions to give the appearance of supernatural phenomena or powers.
taikatemppu
noun
(entertainment) The art or practice of performing conjuring tricks and illusions to give the appearance of supernatural phenomena or powers.
taikuruus
noun
(entertainment) The art or practice of performing conjuring tricks and illusions to give the appearance of supernatural phenomena or powers.
loihtia
verb
(transitive) To produce, transform (something), (as if) by magic. [from 20th c.]
taikoa
verb
(transitive) To produce, transform (something), (as if) by magic. [from 20th c.]

What does "magic" mean?

  1. noun The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.
    "In the story, the young sorceress learns magic from an ancient scroll."
  2. noun The performance of tricks and illusions designed to look supernatural, done for entertainment.
    "The children were delighted by the magic show at the birthday party."
  3. noun A remarkable, almost inexplicable quality that makes something work brilliantly or feel special.
    "There's a certain magic to live theatre that film can never quite capture."
  4. adj Wonderful or excellent; producing extraordinary results.
    "That was a magic performance from the whole team tonight."

magic in a sentence

  • In the story, the young sorceress learns magic from an ancient scroll.
  • Villagers still whispered that the old healer used magic to cure the sick.
  • The children were delighted by the magic show at the birthday party.
  • There's a certain magic to live theatre that film can never quite capture.

Common Finnish translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "magic" in Finnish?

"magic" in Finnish is maaginen, taika-, lumoava. magic means: The use of rituals, spells, or supernatural forces believed to influence events or beings beyond normal explanation.

How do you use "magic" in a sentence?

Example: "In the story, the young sorceress learns magic from an ancient scroll." In Finnish, "magic" is maaginen, taika-, lumoava.

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

Yes — Finnish has 15 translations listed for "magic": maaginen, taika-, lumoava, taianomainen, taikuri, magia.

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