Finnish · Food & Drink
Illallinen
Dinner
Beginnernoun
Definition
The main meal eaten in the evening.
Example
Illallisen jälkeen käymme kävelyllä.
After dinner we go for a walk.
Etymology
'Illallinen' is derived from 'ilta,' meaning 'evening,' associated with the evening meal in Finnish culture. The term embodies the social gathering aspect of dinner.
How & Where It’s Used
'Illallinen' is used in formal dining contexts and in written menus or invitations, recognized in everyday conversations as well.