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52-Week Learning Path

Start at Week 1, explore phases at your own pace, and find the lessons you need for real life in Finland.

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How to use this series

Start with Week 1

Read the phonetic alphabet lesson first. It makes every later lesson easier.

Practice daily

Use the glossary and Anki deck for 10 to 20 minutes a day.

Use phrases in real life

Try the scenarios at the grocery store, with Kela, at work, or at the bank.

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Showing 8 shuffled items from 25

Alphabet Greetings Numbers Verbs Housing Shopping Politeness Places Questions

Mitä kuuluu?

How are you?

Mitä kuuluu? Hyvää, kiitos.

Week 4 Greetings A1

asun

I live

Asun Helsingissä

Week 9 Housing A1

Moi

Hi (casual)

Moi!

Week 4 Greetings A1

olen

I am

Olen opiskelija

Week 7 Verbs A1

Helsinki

Asun Helsingissä

Week 9 Places A0

kiitos

thank you

Kiitos! Heippa!

Week 11 Politeness A0

viisi

five

Viisi euroa

Week 5 Numbers A1

a

Aakkoset

Week 1 Alphabet A0

Real-Life Scenarios

Conversation templates you can actually use

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The full vocabulary list lives on the dedicated glossary page

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Booking an appointment

At Kela

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Use this when you need help with benefits, housing allowance, or forms.

You

"Hei, haluaisin varata ajan Kelaan."

Hi, I would like to book an appointment at Kela.

Kela

"Kyllä, mistä asiasta?"

Sure, what is it about?

You

"Asumistuesta. Olen uusi Suomessa."

Housing allowance. I am new in Finland.

haluaisin varata ajan mistä asiasta asumistuki olen uusi Suomessa

Tip: Ask for the appointment number and write it down before you hang up.

Shopping for everyday items

At the Grocery Store

Tap to expand the dialogue, phrases, and tip.

Use this when you cannot find bread, milk, or anything in the store.

You

"Missä ovat leivät?"

Where is the bread?

Staff

"Tuolla vasemmalla."

Over there on the left.

You

"Paljonko tämä maksaa?"

How much does this cost?

missä ovat leivät paljonko tämä maksaa maksan kortilla kiitos ja heippa

Tip: Ask for a loyalty card to get discounts and keep receipts for budgeting.

Questions before renting

Apartment Viewing

Tap to expand the dialogue, phrases, and tip.

Use this when checking a flat, asking about utilities, and move-in date.

You

"Kuinka paljon vuokra maksaa?"

How much is the rent?

Agent

"Kahdeksansataa euroa kuukaudessa."

Eight hundred euros per month.

You

"Ovatko sähköt ja vesi vuokrassa?"

Are electricity and water included?

kuinka paljon vuokra maksaa neliöitä sähköt ja vesi milloin voin muuttaa

Tip: Always get the agreement in writing and ask about the security deposit.

Starting a new job

First Day at Work

Tap to expand the dialogue, phrases, and tip.

Use this when meeting colleagues and asking where things are.

You

"Olen iloinen tulla tänne."

I am happy to be here.

Colleague

"Tervetuloa!"

Welcome!

You

"Voitko toistaa?"

Can you repeat?

olen iloinen tulla tänne missä on voitko toistaa en ymmärrä

Tip: Finnish colleagues appreciate it when you try, and it is normal to ask for clarification.

Describing symptoms

At the Doctor

Tap to expand the dialogue, phrases, and tip.

Use this when you need to describe pain, fever, or a cough.

You

"Minulla on pää kipeä."

I have a headache.

Doctor

"Onko sinulla kuumetta?"

Do you have a fever?

You

"Minulla on yskä."

I have a cough.

minulla on pää kipeä minulla on kuumetta minulla on yskä missä sattuu

Tip: Write your symptoms before the appointment so you do not forget them.

Setting up banking

Opening a Bank Account

Tap to expand the dialogue, phrases, and tip.

Use this when you need an account, bank card, or online banking.

You

"Haluan avata tilin."

I want to open an account.

Bank

"Tarvitsemme henkilöllisyystodistuksen."

We need your ID.

You

"Olen uusi Suomessa."

I am new in Finland.

haluan avata tilin henkilöllisyystodistus henkilötunnus tilisiirto

Tip: Bring your ID and personal identity code. Many banks also ask for proof of address.

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52-Week Learn Finnish Series

52-Week Learning Path

How to use this series

Start with Week 1

Practice daily

Use phrases in real life

Browse and filter every glossary item

Conversation templates you can actually use

The full vocabulary list lives on the dedicated glossary page

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Apartment Viewing

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Opening a Bank Account

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