käärii

Kääri is a Finnish word that translates to "wrap" or "roll" in English. It is commonly used to describe food items that are wrapped or rolled, such as a wrap sandwich or a rolled pastry. The term can also refer to the act of wrapping something.

In the context of food, a kääri is typically a flatbread or pancake that is filled with various ingredients like meat, vegetables, or cheese, and then rolled or folded to create a portable meal. These can range from simple, everyday snacks to more elaborate dishes. Examples include a meat kääri, a vegetable kääri, or a sweet kääri filled with jam or fruit.

Beyond culinary uses, "kääri" can describe the action of wrapping objects for protection or transport. For instance, one might kääri a gift in paper or kääri tools in a protective cloth. The general concept of enclosing something within another layer is encompassed by this versatile Finnish term. The specific context usually clarifies whether it refers to food or a more general wrapping action.