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Ammatti

Profession

Beginnernoun

Definition

A job that requires special training or skill.

Example

Mikä on sinun ammattisi?

What is your profession?

Etymology

'Ammatti' derives from the Proto-Finnic *ammāt, linked to the concept of skilled work or profession. Its meaning has persistently denoted professional occupations.

How & Where It’s Used

'Ammatti' can be used in formal discourse regarding career discussions and written contexts like job applications or educational materials. It is widely recognized throughout Finland.

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