tsekkiläinen

Tsekkiläinen is the Finnish word for "Czech". It refers to people, things, or aspects related to the Czech Republic, a country located in Central Europe. The Czech Republic was established on January 1, 1993, following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia. Its capital and largest city is Prague.

The term "tsekkiläinen" can be used as an adjective, such as in "tsekkiläinen kulttuuri" (Czech culture) or "tsekkiläinen olut" (Czech beer), which is renowned worldwide. It can also be used as a noun to refer to a Czech person, for example, "Hän on tsekkiläinen" (He/She is Czech). The Czech language, "tšekki", is a West Slavic language spoken by approximately 10 million people.

Czech history is rich and complex, encompassing periods of Bohemian kingdom, Habsburg rule, and the 20th-century experience of Czechoslovakia under democratic, Nazi, and communist regimes. Modern Czech identity is often associated with its historical achievements, artistic traditions, and its position within the European Union. When referring to the country itself, the Finnish word is "Tšekki".