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pidättyväinen — meaning in English

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English meaning

abstinent adj Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite.
reserved adj Slow to show emotion or share opinions; quietly restrained in manner.

Senses

pidättyväinen is used for these senses in English:

abstinent Refraining from indulgence, especially from the indulgence of appetite. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
reserved (comparable) Slow to reveal emotion or opinions.

reserved — full definition

adj Slow to show emotion or share opinions; quietly restrained in manner.
adj Set aside or booked in advance for a particular person or purpose.

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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”.

Related Finnish words

paastoaja pidättyjä varautunut varattu