huppu

Huppu is a Finnish noun meaning a hood, the part of a garment that covers and protects the head. It can be attached to jackets, coats, sweaters, or built into a garment as an integral feature. Huppu is used in everyday language to describe clothing designed to shield the head from cold, wind, or rain.

In Finnish, the word is widely used across different types of outerwear. Huppu may be lined for warmth, made from the same material as the garment, or constructed as a separate, removable piece on certain coats and parkas. Many casual garments, such as hooded sweatshirts, are commonly referred to with the related term huppari, which denotes a hoodie or a hoodie-style garment.

Design and functionality vary. Hupput can include drawstrings to adjust fit, a peak or brim in some designs to shield the face, and sometimes additional insulation or water resistance for harsh weather. Detachable hoods are found on some jackets, offering flexibility for different conditions and styles. The presence of a hood is a key feature in both practical outdoor wear and contemporary street fashion.

Etymology and usage notes: huppu is a native Finnish term. It is used in both everyday speech and clothing descriptions, and it appears in compound phrases that describe hooded garments, such as hooded jackets or hooded sweaters.

See also: hood (garment), hoodie, outerwear.