LAIVAT
Laivat is a Finnish noun referring to ships; it is the plural form of laiva, meaning a vessel or boat. The term is used to describe vessels collectively or to discuss ships in general, spanning nautical, regulatory, and media contexts.
Etymology and form: laiva comes from Proto-Finnic roots and has cognates in related Finno-Ugric languages, such
Usage and context: Laivat appears in everyday language when counting or describing multiple ships, as well
Cultural and historical notes: In Finnish maritime culture and history, laivat frequently appear in narratives about