kakstuhatta

Kakstuhatta is a term that refers to the number one thousand two hundred in Finnish. It is a compound word formed by combining "kaksi" meaning "two" and "tuhatta" meaning "thousand." This structure is common in Finnish for forming numbers, where units are often placed before the larger denomination. The number 1200 is written numerically as 1200. In Finnish context, kakstuhatta functions as a standard numeral and is used in everyday counting, transactions, and measurements. It does not possess any specific cultural or historical significance beyond its numerical value. The pronunciation involves stressing the first syllable of "kaksi" and the first syllable of "tuhatta." Understanding the components of the word helps in deciphering other Finnish numerical expressions.