Finnish · Work & Business
Loma
Vacation
Beginnernoun
Definition
Time off work for rest and travel, sacred to Finns in July.
Example
Heinäkuussa koko Suomi on lomalla.
In July all of Finland is on vacation.
Etymology
'Loma' derives from Old Norse 'loma', which means 'rest or break'. It reflects the Scandinavian cultural influence on Finnish and has preserved its meaning over centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'Loma' is typically used in informal spoken and written Finnish to describe vacations or time off. It is understood universally in Finland but has more casual usage compared to more formal terms like 'loma-aika'.