viimevuosi

Viimevuosi is a Finnish word that translates directly to "last year" in English. It is a common temporal adverb used to refer to the calendar year preceding the current one. For example, if the current year is 2023, "viimevuosi" would refer to 2022. The word is formed by combining "viime" meaning "last" or "final" and "vuosi" meaning "year".

The usage of "viimevuosi" is straightforward in everyday Finnish conversation and writing. It functions similarly to its English counterpart, indicating a past period of twelve months. It can be used in various contexts, such as discussing past events, financial reports, or personal experiences. For instance, one might say "Viimevuonna sää oli parempi" which translates to "Last year the weather was better."

While "viimevuosi" is the most common and direct translation, Finnish also has other ways to refer to the past year depending on the nuance. However, for general reference to the immediately preceding calendar year, "viimevuosi" is the standard and universally understood term. Its simplicity and directness make it an essential part of Finnish temporal vocabulary.