hiilinen

hiilinen is a Finnish word that translates to "charred" or "scorched" in English. It describes something that has been burned to the point of becoming black and brittle, often as a result of intense heat. The term can be applied to various materials, including wood, food, or even paper. For example, if a piece of wood is left too long on a campfire, it becomes hiilinen. Similarly, overcooked toast might be described as hiilinen. The word carries a sense of damage and the loss of its original state due to burning. It is a common descriptor in everyday Finnish language when discussing the effects of fire.