Finnish · Family & People
Veli
Brother
Beginnernoun
Definition
A male sibling.
Example
Veljeni on kolme vuotta vanhempi.
My brother is three years older.
Etymology
'Veli' is rooted in the Proto-Finnic *veli, meaning brother. This term has maintained a consistent usage in Finnish, conveying familial ties among males.
How & Where It’s Used
'Veli' is used informally in spoken language as well as in writing, recognized throughout the country without regional differences.