Finnish · Nature & Environment
Meri
Sea
Beginnernoun
Definition
The large body of salt water that covers much of the earth.
Example
Uimme meressä kesällä.
We swim in the sea in summer.
Etymology
'Meri' comes from the Proto-Finnic word *meri, meaning 'sea', which signifies the relationship of Finnish culture and geography to bodies of water.
How & Where It’s Used
'Meri' is used in various contexts, both formal and informal, prevalent in discussions regarding nature, geography, fishing, and maritime activities.