Finnish · Numbers & Time
Minuutti
Minute
Beginnernoun
Definition
A period of sixty seconds.
Example
Odota viisi minuuttia, kiitos.
Wait five minutes, please.
Etymology
'Minuutti' is borrowed from the Latin 'minuta', representing the division of time, which was adapted into Finnish in the context of modern timekeeping.
How & Where It’s Used
'Minuutti' is used in both spoken and formal written Finnish, such as in educational and professional contexts. It is a widely recognized term throughout Finland.