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Sänky

Bed

Beginnernoun

Definition

The furniture you sleep on.

Example

Tämä sänky on todella mukava.

This bed is really comfortable.

Etymology

'Sänky' comes from an earlier Finnish word meaning 'bed', showing its continuity in the language related to rest and sleep.

How & Where It’s Used

'Sänky' is frequently used in everyday conversation and written texts, particularly within informal settings to discuss sleep environments.

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