Lämmi

lämmi is a Finnish word that translates to "warm" or "hot" in English. It is a commonly used adjective describing temperature, temperature sensation, or emotional states. As a descriptive term for temperature, lämmi can refer to anything from a comfortably warm room to the intense heat of a summer day. It is also used to describe the temperature of liquids, such as warm water or hot soup.

Beyond physical temperature, lämmi can also describe a feeling of warmth, often associated with comfort, affection, or hospitality. For instance, a "lämmin vastaanotto" translates to a "warm welcome," indicating a friendly and inviting reception. In a more emotional context, it can describe a positive feeling or enthusiasm, such as "lämmin tunne" meaning a "warm feeling" or a sense of contentment. The word lämmi is an integral part of everyday Finnish conversation, reflecting a spectrum of warmth, from the literal to the figurative.