Finnish · Common Verbs

Rakastaa

To love

Beginnerverb

Definition

To feel deep affection for someone or something.

Example

Rakastan perhettäni.

I love my family.

Etymology

'Rakastaa' derives from the Proto-Finnic root *rakastaa, meaning 'to love'. The term has maintained this emotional and relational meaning over time.

How & Where It’s Used

'Rakastaa' is typically used in more poetic or romantic contexts, applicable in both formal and informal speech and writing.

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