preliminary in Finnish

preliminary in Finnish is alustava, esi-, preliminaarinen — preliminary means coming before the main event or process; introductory.

preliminary in Finnish

alustava

adj

In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.

esi-

adj

In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.

preliminaarinen

adj

In preparation for the main matter; initial, introductory, preparatory.

johdanto

noun

A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.

johdatus

noun

A preparation for a main matter; an introduction.

karsinta

noun

Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists

karsintaottelu

noun

Any of a series of sports events that determine the finalists

lämmittelyottelu

noun

A relatively minor contest that precedes a major one, especially in boxing

What does "preliminary" mean?

adjective Coming before the main event or process; introductory.
"The preliminary results look promising, but we need more tests to be sure."
noun An early round or event that leads into the main one, especially in sport.
"Several preliminaries were held in the morning, and the final took place after lunch."

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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”.

preliminary in a sentence

The preliminary results look promising, but we need more tests to be sure.
A preliminary investigation found no evidence of fraud.
Several preliminaries were held in the morning, and the final took place after lunch.
She easily got through the preliminaries and reached the semi-final of the swimming contest.

Similar words in Finnish

initial introductory opening overture prefatory prelude preparatory tentative

Common Finnish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "preliminary" in Finnish?

"preliminary" in Finnish is alustava, esi-, preliminaarinen. preliminary means: Coming before the main event or process; introductory.

How do you use "preliminary" in a sentence?

Example: "The preliminary results look promising, but we need more tests to be sure." In Finnish, "preliminary" is alustava, esi-, preliminaarinen.

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

Yes — Finnish has 8 translations listed for "preliminary": alustava, esi-, preliminaarinen, johdanto, johdatus, karsinta.

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