sauna

noun

sau·​na ˈsȯ-nə How to pronounce sauna (audio) ˈsau̇-nə How to pronounce sauna (audio)
1
: a Finnish steam bath in which the steam is provided by water thrown on hot stones
also : a bathhouse or room used for such a bath
2
: a dry heat bath
also : a room or cabinet used for such a bath

Examples of sauna in a Sentence

The health club has a pool and a sauna. He talked about the benefits of taking a sauna regularly.
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Inside the hotel, there’s a larger sauna, cold plunge, and a small but impressively equipped gym (complete with a Peloton, treadmill, and free weights). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026 Rounding out the property is a wellness wing with a gym, yoga room, sauna, and steam room. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2026 Plus, the house features a hot tub and sauna, optimal for a fall escape out East. — Sylvie Florman, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026 With three unique suites and amenities including an indoor wellness area with a swimming pool, sauna, and Turkish bath, the 3,200-square-foot palace is bookable by the room or for exclusive use. — Alexandra Kirkman, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sauna

Word History

Etymology

Finnish

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sauna was in 1881

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sauna

noun
sau·​na ˈsau̇-nə How to pronounce sauna (audio) ˈsȯ-nə How to pronounce sauna (audio)
1
: a Finnish steam bath in which the steam is provided by water thrown on hot stones
also : a bathhouse or room used for such a bath
2
: a dry heat bath
also : a room or cabinet used for such a bath

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