watchword in Finnish

watchword in Finnish is iskulause, motto, tunnus — watchword means a word adopted as a slogan expressing a principle, belief or guiding rule; a call to action.

watchword in Finnish

iskulause

noun

A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.

motto

noun

A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.

tunnus

noun

A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry.

tunnussana

noun

(military, security) A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies.

What does "watchword" mean?

noun A word adopted as a slogan expressing a principle, belief or guiding rule; a call to action.
"Atrocities of the most vicious kind were justified by the watchwords: "This is war!" "Might is Right." "Necessity knows no law.""
noun A secret word agreed in advance, used to answer a guard's challenge and show you are not an enemy.

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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.

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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”.

watchword in a sentence

Atrocities of the most vicious kind were justified by the watchwords: "This is war!" "Might is Right." "Necessity knows no law."
The Esk Valley route to Whitby was a classic example: a basic four trains a day service has persisted for decades, with economy the watchword.

Similar words in Finnish

cry parole password word

Common Finnish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "watchword" in Finnish?

"watchword" in Finnish is iskulause, motto, tunnus. watchword means: A word adopted as a slogan expressing a principle, belief or guiding rule; a call to action.

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

Yes — Finnish has 4 translations listed for "watchword": iskulause, motto, tunnus, tunnussana.

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