Suomalainen
Suomalainen is the Finnish word for a person from Finland or for someone of Finnish ethnicity, and it also functions as an adjective meaning “Finnish.” In Finnish, it can be used as a noun or a modifier to describe nationality, language, or culture. Common phrases include suomalaiset (Finns), suomalainen kieli (Finnish language), and suomalainen kulttuuri (Finnish culture).
Etymology and usage: The term derives from Suomi, the Finnish name for Finland, with the suffix -lainen,
Surname usage: Suomalainen is also a Finnish surname. As with other demonym-based surnames, it originated from
Related concepts: The word is closely tied to discussions of national identity in Finland and is commonly