Höyhenpeitteinen

Höyhenpeitteinen is a Finnish adjective that translates to "feather-covered" or "downy" in English. It is used to describe something that is covered or furnished with feathers, or has a soft, downy texture.

The term can be applied to animals, most notably birds. For example, a young bird that has recently developed its feathers might be described as höyhenpeitteinen. It can also describe the plumage of adult birds, especially when referring to a particularly dense or soft covering of feathers. Beyond birds, höyhenpeitteinen can be used metaphorically to describe objects or surfaces that possess a similar light, fluffy, or soft quality. For instance, a very soft pillow or a fluffy cloud might be poetically described using this adjective.

The root word, "höyhen," means "feather." The suffix "-peitteinen" indicates being covered or clothed. Therefore, the word literally conveys the idea of being covered by feathers. Its usage emphasizes the presence and texture of feathers, contributing to a sense of softness, lightness, or insulation.