No. 872 in Finnish
lukema
The Finnish word "lukema" translates to "reading" or "numerical value" in English.
In a sentence
Auton mittarissa oli korkea lukema.
The car's meter showed a high reading.
In this sentence, 'lukema' refers to a numerical reading shown by a measuring device or gauge.
Oppilas saavutti erinomaisen koetuloksen lukeman.
The student achieved an excellent exam score.
Here, 'lukema' is used to describe a quantified result or value specifically referring to an achievement, such as a test score.
Päivän lämpötila päätyi poikkeuksellisen matalaan lukemaan.
The day's temperature ended at an exceptionally low reading.
In this context, 'lukema' denotes a measurable value, which in this case specifies the temperature reading.
Lukema mittarissa oli yllättävän korkea.
The reading on the meter was surprisingly high.
In this sentence, 'lukema' refers to a numerical reading or measurement, such as on a instrument or meter.
Hänen oppimansa lukema kasvoi nopeasti päivittäin.
His reading proficiency improved rapidly every day.
Here, 'lukema' represents the ability or level of reading skill acquired.
Kun näet tämän lukeman, tiedät olevasi perillä.
When you see this figure, you'll know you've arrived.
In this context, 'lukema' is used to denote a number or particular figure that signifies information or position.
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