Finnish · Nature & Environment
Joki
River
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large natural stream of water flowing to the sea.
Example
Joki virtaa kaupungin läpi.
The river flows through the city.
Etymology
The word 'joki' originates from the Proto-Finnic *joki, which is derived from the Proto-Uralic *jǟk, meaning 'river'. It has evolved through the Finnish language with minimal phonetic changes.
How & Where It’s Used
'Joki' is commonly used in both spoken and written Finnish, mainly in informal contexts. It refers to rivers and is often employed in discussions related to nature, geography, and ecology, with variations in dialects across regions in Finland.