suomen

This is the 8th most frequent Finnish word.


suomen

"Suomen" means "of Finland" or "Finnish" (possessive/genitive form).


In this sentence, 'suomen' is the genitive case of 'Suomi' (Finland) and refers to the Finnish language as a possession or attribute.

Rakastan suomen kieltä.

I love the Finnish language.


Here, 'suomen' describes the nationality, relating to Finland, as an adjective.

Hän on suomen kansalainen.

He/she is a Finnish citizen.


In this example, 'suomen' is used in the genitive case to define 'kieliopin sääntöjä' (the grammar rules) as belonging to or associated with the Finnish context.

Opettelen suomen kieliopin sääntöjä.

I am learning the rules of Finnish grammar.