Finnish · Adjectives

Kiireinen

Busy

Beginneradjective

Definition

Having a lot to do.

Example

Olen hyvin kiireinen tällä viikolla.

I am very busy this week.

Etymology

'Kiireinen' stems from the verb 'kiirehtiä', meaning 'to hurry.' It has maintained a consistent meaning related to urgency and busyness through its historical usage across various Finnish dialects.

How & Where It’s Used

This word is used in everyday conversation, both in formal and informal settings, and is relevant in contexts relating to work, schedules, and personal time management.

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