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Espoo

Espoo

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A city near Helsinki in southern Finland that is Finland's second largest
  • proper noun
: Espoo
  • The city of Espoo is known for its beautiful parks and modern architecture.
  • Espoo, Finland

Examples

  • Espoo, Finland - Independent developer Esa Helttula today released three math apps for iPhone and iPod touch.

    Blog text (27)

  • Study material and drugs were provided by Orion Pharmaceutica, Espoo, Finland.

    Academic text (1992)

  • Esa Helttula is an independent developer in Espoo, Finland.

    Blog text (27)

  • Esa Helttula is an independent developer based in Espoo, Finland.

  • Rovio Entertainment is headquartered in Espoo, Finland, near Helsinki.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

The word Espoo comes from the old Swedish name Esbo, where esp means 'aspen', a type of tree, and by means 'village'. So Espoo originally meant 'village of aspen trees', which fits the city's many green areas.