No. 274 in Finnish
etenkin
"Primarily" or "especially."
In a sentence
Hän pitää kaikista eläimistä, etenkin kissoista.
They like all animals, especially cats.
The word 'etenkin' specifies that among all animals, 'cats' is particularly significant or emphasized.
Matkustaessaan hän nauttii luonnosta, etenkin vuorista.
When traveling, they enjoy nature, especially mountains.
In this sentence, 'etenkin' highlights a favored aspect ('mountains') within a broader category ('nature').
Opiskelijoilla on monia etuja, etenkin kun heitä tuetaan taloudellisesti.
Students have many benefits, especially when they are supported financially.
Here, 'etenkin' emphasizes the importance of financial support as a specific aspect of the benefits students receive.
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