This is the 566th most frequent Finnish word.
ajatus
"Ajatus" means "thought" in English.
Here, 'ajatus' refers to a concept of free-thinking or imagination, comparing it poetically to a bird.
Ajatus lentää vapaana kuin lintu.
The thought flies free like a bird.
In this context, 'ajatus' signifies an idea or an inspiration that arises following a conversation or speech.
Hänen puheensa herätti uuden ajatuksen.
Her speech sparked a new thought.
Here, 'ajatus' is used to compliment an idea or perspective shared by someone, associating it with curiosity or intrigue.