Finnish · Numbers & Time
Tuhat
Thousand
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number one thousand.
Example
Suomessa on tuhansia järviä.
There are thousands of lakes in Finland.
Etymology
'Tuhat' originates from Proto-Finnic *tuhat and is linked to the Proto-Uralic *tuhtā, maintaining a stable form and meaning throughout the linguistic history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tuhat' is used in both spoken and written contexts across various situations, from casual discussions to official documents, and is universally understood in Finland.