Learn Finnish

Speak and listen Finnish

Practise by listening to podcasts and learn about the differences between spoken and written language.

The creators of the literature podcast series: Saija Pyhärinne and Sari Päivärinne.

Literature podcast

In this podcast, you can listen to various themes related to Finnish literature and cultural history. In Finnish.

Eevamaija Isoheiniemi, Fanny Saartila, Melagros Jalijali.

Podcast Elämää suomeksi

How have foreign students learned Finnish and experienced Finnish culture in their everyday lives, studies and work.

Two women talking and drinking coffee at a break room.

Phrases for the break room

"Ootsä menos syömään, are you coming to eat?" - With these phrases, you'll get by in the break room.

Learn Finnish at work
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"Puhutsä suomee?" online course (external link)

This online course (in Finnish) helps you to understand spoken Finnish and practice speaking Finnish.

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Yle Kielikoulu (external link)

Learn Finnish or Swedish watching Yle programs. Get language support by clicking words in subtitles and let the colors help you to focus your learning on relevant words. You can use Yle Kielikoulu app or the browser.

See also

Language learning tips

Tips for using and practicing Finnish in everyday life

Three people sitting on a cushioned bench in a cosy cafe, one holding a green menu, surrounded by green plants.

Find language courses

Educational institutions all around Finland with Finnish and Swedish language courses

Three people sitting at a table, two attentively looking at papers. The room has white walls and a modern interior.

Inspiroidu opettajien kokemuksista

Suomenopettajat kertovat Kielibuustin blogissa ideoistaan ja kokemuksistaan.

Joukko ihmisiä viittaa.
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