A115 examples
avain→ keyFinnish word meaning
"avain" is an A1-level Finnish word meaning "key". Below you can find 15 example sentences with audio to help you understand how to use it in real Finnish conversations.
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Example Sentences

A1Mystery & Curiosity
Kadonnut avain
Hän etsii laukustaan avainta.
She looks in her bag for the key.

A1Dialogue Practice
Sisäänkirjautuminen hotellissa
'Tässä on avaimenne,' hän sanoo.
'Here is your key,' he says.

A2Life Changes
Auton ostaminen
Myyjä antoi hänelle avaimet.
The salesman gave her the keys.

A2Life Changes
Uusi asunto
Hän laittoi avaimen lukkoon ja käänsi sen.
She put the key in the lock and turned it.

A2Entertainment
Pakohuone
Kassakaapissa oli vanha avain ja toinen kirje.
Inside the safe was an old key and another letter.
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