Kolmiolankojen

Kolmiolankojen is a Finnish term that appears as the genitive plural form of kolmiolanka, a word used in textile and craft contexts to refer to three-stranded yarns or cords. The word combines kolmi- meaning "three" with lanka meaning "yarn" or "thread," and the plural genitive suffix -en/-ojen depending on the form. The exact definition of kolmiolanka can vary by source, but it generally denotes a yarn or strand composed of three plies.

In textile practice, kolmiolanka typically describes a three‑ply construction that yields a thicker, rounder thread suitable for weaving, braiding, tassels, and cord-like creations. Some sources distinguish kolmiolanka from two‑ply or four‑ply yarns by emphasizing its three‑strand construction and the resulting texture and strength. Historically, three‑strand yarns were common in certain regional Finnish weaving traditions and in the making of cords and decorative braids. In contemporary hobbyist and commercial references, kolmiolanka may be used to describe any three‑strand construction, not only traditional forms.

Linguistically, kolmiolankojen refers to material or features related to kolmiolanka, such as kolmiolankojen väri (the color of the three‑strand yarns) or kolmiolankojen koostumus (the composition of the three‑strand yarns). The term appears primarily in Finnish-language craft literature and catalogs; it is not widely standardized in international textile nomenclature.