Finnish · Food & Drink
Sokeri
Sugar
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet substance added to food and drinks.
Example
Juon kahvin ilman sokeria.
I drink my coffee without sugar.
Etymology
'Sokeri' originates from the French 'sucre,' which entered Finnish in the 17th century, signifying the introduction of refined sugar to the local diet during trade expansions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sokeri' appears in both casual and formal contexts, particularly in culinary writing, recipes, and health discussions, recognized throughout Finland.