Finnish · Body & Health
Nenä
Nose
Beginnernoun
Definition
The part of the face used for smelling and breathing.
Example
Nenäni on tukossa flunssan takia.
My nose is blocked because of the flu.
Etymology
'Nenä' is derived from Proto-Finnic *nenä, which has its origin in Proto-Uralic *nǟnǟ, meaning 'nose'. It has maintained its anatomical reference throughout its history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Nenä' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms, prevalent in discussions about health and anatomy.