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straw man in Finnish

straw man in Finnish is olkinukke, mattimeikäläinen.

straw man in Finnish

olkinukke

noun

A doll or scarecrow, particularly one stuffed with straw.

mattimeikäläinen

noun

(figurative) An innocuous person or someone of nominal or lesser importance, as a front man or straw boss.

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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 "straw man" in Finnish?

"straw man" in Finnish is olkinukke, mattimeikäläinen.

Are there other ways to say "straw man" in Finnish?

Yes — Finnish has 2 translations listed for "straw man": olkinukke, mattimeikäläinen.

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