Äiti

Favorite Word: Äiti

Why?: This word, meaning “mother” in Finnish, is so charming partly because unlike its equivalents in so many other languages, it doesn’t follow the mom-mama-mamma pattern. “Äiti” sounds like a child’s cry, but can also be whispered gently. According to a theory it originates from baby babbling, “ättättätä”; no matter how old you are, you become a baby again when calling for your mother.

Name: Sanna

Location (optional): Finland

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