Finnish · Adjectives
Puhdas
Clean
Beginneradjective
Definition
Free from dirt; Finnish nature is famously clean.
Example
Huone on puhdas ja siisti.
The room is clean and tidy.
Etymology
'Puhdas' is derived from Old Finnish, meaning 'clean' or 'pure.' Its meaning has remained relatively stable across time within Finnish literature and language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Puhdas' is used in all forms of Finnish, applicable in both spoken and written contexts, from everyday language to more formal descriptions, often relating to hygiene and cleanliness.