Finnish · Adjectives
Kaunis
Beautiful
Beginneradjective
Definition
Pleasing to look at, pretty.
Example
Tämä paikka on todella kaunis!
This place is really beautiful!
Etymology
'Kaunis' derives from the Proto-Finnic root *kaunis, which means 'beautiful.' The term has been used to describe aesthetic qualities since historical times.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kaunis' is used in both conversational and literary Finnish, recognized in both formal writings and casual discussions involving beauty or attractiveness.