Finland is the second most gender-equal country in the world, with both mothers and fathers sharing childcare duties and eligible for generous parental leave. Finland has been a leader in women’s rights for over 100 years, being the first European country to grant women the right to vote in 1906. Gender equality is a reality […]
To become a Finnish translator, one should have an undergraduate degree in Scandinavian languages with a focus on Finnish, complete translation internships, immerse themselves in Finnish culture, and apply for jobs with embassies, government agencies, or Finnish companies. Immersion in Finnish culture can be achieved through travel, study abroad programs, and online resources. Public service […]
English borrows words from many languages, but Finnish has only contributed one: sauna. Saunas are common in Finland and offer therapeutic benefits. The Koi Sauna in Germany is the world’s largest, and other cultures have similar facilities like Turkish hammams and Japanese onsens. Everyone knows that English has borrowed countless words from other languages. Words […]
