Helsinki

/hɛlˈsɪŋki/ noun

Definition

the capital and largest city of Finland

Etymology

From Swedish Helsingfors, possibly from hals 'neck' + fors 'rapids', referring to geographic features

Kelly Says

Helsinki's name might come from 'neck of rapids,' describing its position on a narrow peninsula - geography literally shaped the city's identity.

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