Finnish · Common Verbs

Ostaa

To buy

Beginnerverb

Definition

To get something by paying money.

Example

Haluan ostaa uudet vaatteet.

I want to buy new clothes.

Etymology

'Ostaa' originates from Old Finnish, derived from the Proto-Finnic root *ostaa, which means 'to buy'. The term has maintained this meaning throughout its usage.

How & Where It’s Used

'Ostaa' is commonly used in informal situations as well as in formal commerce-related contexts. It is applicable in spoken and written Finnish.

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