Etymology

From Proto-Finnic *rauha, of unclear further origin.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈrɑu̯hɑ/, [ˈrɑ̝u̯ɦɑ̝]
  • Rhymes: -ɑuhɑ
  • Hyphenation(key): rau‧ha

Noun

rauha

  1. peace, harmony, calm (state of tranquility, quiet, and harmony)
  2. peace (state free of oppressive and unpleasant thoughts and emotions)
  3. peace (state free of war)
  4. (usually with qualifier) treaty, peace treaty Täyssinän rauha ― Treaty of Teusina

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