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English - Finnish
Million
ˈmɪljən
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
miljoona, miljoona (figurative), miljoona (hyperbolic)
Million meanings in Finnish
miljoona
Example:
There are a million stars in the sky.
Taivaalla on miljoona tähteä.
He won a million dollars in the lottery.
Hän voitti miljoona dollaria lotossa.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in counting or expressing large numbers, especially in financial contexts or statistics.
Note: In Finnish, 'miljoona' is used as a noun to represent the number one million (1,000,000). It is often used in both spoken and written language.
miljoona (figurative)
Example:
I have a million things to do today.
Minulla on miljoona asiaa tehtävänä tänään.
There are a million reasons to be happy.
On miljoona syytä olla onnellinen.
Usage: informalContext: Used figuratively to express a large, often uncountable quantity of something.
Note: This usage emphasizes abundance or overwhelming amounts, rather than a precise numerical value.
miljoona (hyperbolic)
Example:
I've told you a million times not to do that!
Olen sanonut sinulle miljoona kertaa, ettei sitä saa tehdä!
It's a million degrees outside!
Ulkona on miljoona astetta!
Usage: informalContext: Used hyperbolically to emphasize frustration or exaggeration.
Note: This is a common expression in everyday conversation to stress how often something has been said or how extreme a situation feels.
Million's synonyms
a million
The phrase 'a million' is often used to refer to a large, unspecified number of things or people.
Example: There were a million stars in the sky.
Note: The phrase 'a million' is more commonly used in informal contexts compared to simply 'million'.
a meg
'Meg' is a slang term derived from 'million' and is used informally to refer to a million units of currency.
Example: He earned a meg bucks from that deal.
Note: The term 'meg' is slang and may not be appropriate for formal writing or speech.
a grand
'Grand' is a colloquial term used to mean a thousand units of a currency, but it is sometimes informally extended to mean a million units.
Example: The project cost a grand total of $1 million.
Note: While 'grand' is more commonly used to refer to a thousand units, it can also be used informally to refer to a million units.
Million expressions, common phrases
A million dollars
Refers to a large amount of money, specifically one million dollars.
Example: She won a million dollars in the lottery.
Note: Specifically refers to the amount of money, not just the number.
One in a million
Describes something or someone as extremely rare or unique.
Example: Finding a friend like her is one in a million.
Note: Emphasizes rarity or uniqueness, not just the numerical value.
Not in a million years
Indicates something that is highly unlikely or impossible to happen.
Example: I would never have expected to win. Not in a million years.
Note: Expresses impossibility rather than focusing on the numerical value.
A million and one
Means a very large or excessive number of something.
Example: She has a million and one excuses for being late.
Note: Emphasizes a large quantity, adding a sense of exaggeration.
Make a million
Refers to earning or accumulating a million units of currency, usually money.
Example: His goal is to make a million before he turns 30.
Note: Focuses on the achievement of earning a substantial amount, not just the number itself.
Million-dollar question
Refers to a crucial or pivotal question that is difficult to answer.
Example: The million-dollar question is whether they will accept the offer.
Note: Indicates significance and difficulty of a question, not just its numerical value.
Ten million dollar smile
Describes a beautiful or captivating smile.
Example: Her ten million dollar smile brightened up the room.
Note: Associates a smile with being valuable or attractive, not just a specific amount of money.
In the millions
Refers to a very large amount, often used in financial contexts.
Example: The company's revenue is in the millions.
Note: Describes a vast quantity without specifying an exact number.
Million everyday (slang) expressions
A dime a million
This slang means something is very common or easily found, like finding a dime.
Example: I can't believe you found that rare comic; they're usually a dime a million.
Note: The original phrase 'a dime a dozen' means something is very common, while 'a dime a million' exaggerates the abundance.
Milli
Informal shortening of 'million'.
Example: I'll text you later, milli?
Note: Informal slang used in casual conversation to refer to a million, often in a quicker or more relaxed manner.
All the Millions
Refers to a massive quantity or amount of something.
Example: I've checked all the millions of files, but I still can't find the document.
Note: The added emphasis on 'all' amplifies the enormity of the quantity, making it sound even larger than just 'millions'.
A cool million
Used to describe a large or impressive amount of money, typically without needing to be exact.
Example: She won a cool million in the lottery last night.
Note: The term 'cool' adds a sense of stylishness or casualness to the large sum of money, making it sound more impressive or appealing.
Zillion
An exaggerated and informal way of saying 'a huge, unspecified number'.
Example: I have a zillion things to do before the party tonight.
Note: While 'million' is a specific number, 'zillion' is a made-up term to emphasize a vast or overwhelming quantity without specifying an exact number.
Mill
Used informally to describe a large quantity or amount of something without being precise.
Example: We're going to need to move at full speed to mill about a ton of paperwork.
Note: Slang term 'mill' is a shortened, casual way of referring to a million, especially in contexts where the quantity is substantial but not precisely counted.
Million - Examples
There are over a million people living in this city.
Tässä kaupungissa asuu yli miljoona ihmistä.
He became a millionaire after selling his company.
Hänestä tuli miljonääri myytyään yrityksensä.
The project cost several billion dollars.
Hanke maksoi useita miljardeja dollareita.
Million grammar
Million - Numeral (Numeral) / Cardinal number (Cardinal number)
Lemma: million
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): millions, million
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): million
Syllables, Separation and Stress
million Contains 2 syllables: mil • lion
Phonetic transcription: ˈmi(l)-yən
mil lion , ˈmi(l) yən (The red syllable is stressed)
Million - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
million: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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