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Welcome to the "Greetings and Introductions" lesson of our Complete 0 to A1 Finnish Course! In this lesson, we’ll embark on an exciting journey into the world of Finnish greetings and how to introduce ourselves in this beautiful language.

The ability to greet someone and introduce yourself is one of the most fundamental aspects of any language, and Finnish is no exception. Knowing how to say hello, ask someone how they are, and share a little about yourself sets the stage for meaningful conversations and connections.

Today, we’ll cover two main topics: Basic Greetings and Introducing Yourself. We will explore common phrases, their pronunciations, and English translations to help you feel comfortable using them in real-life situations. Additionally, we’ll have fun exercises to practice what you learn, ensuring you leave this lesson with confidence.

Basic Greetings[edit | edit source]

Let's start with the essentials—greetings! In Finnish culture, greetings are not just a formality; they reflect respect and friendliness. Here are some common greetings to get you started:

Finnish	Pronunciation	English
Hei	/hei/	Hi
Moi	/moi/	Hey
Terve	/ˈter.ve/	Hello (more formal)
Hyvää huomenta	/ˈhy.ʋɑː ˈhu.o.men.tɑ/	Good morning
Hyvää päivää	/ˈhy.ʋɑː ˈpæi̯.ʋæː/	Good day
Hyvää iltaa	/ˈhy.ʋɑː ˈil.tɑː/	Good evening
Näkemiin	/ˈnæ.ke.miːn/	Goodbye
Hei hei	/hei hei/	Bye-bye
Moikka	/ˈmoik.kɑ/	Bye (casual)
Kuinka voit?	/ˈkui̯n.kɑ voi̯t/	How are you?

To make your greetings even more engaging, you can ask how someone is doing. Here are some responses you might get:

Finnish	Pronunciation	English
Hyvin, kiitos!	/ˈhy.ʋin ˈkiː.tos/	Good, thank you!
Ei kovin hyvin.	/ei ˈko.ʋin ˈhy.ʋin/	Not very well.
Ihan hyvin.	/ˈi.hɑn ˈhy.ʋin/	Quite well.
Entä sinä?	/ˈen.tæ ˈsi.næ/	And you?

Introducing Yourself[edit | edit source]

Now that we have a grasp on greetings, let’s move on to introductions. It's important to know how to share a little about yourself. Here are some key phrases to help you introduce yourself:

Finnish	Pronunciation	English
Olen [your name].	/ˈo.len [your name]/	I am [your name].
Olen kotoisin [country].	/ˈo.len ˈko.to.isin [country]/	I am from [country].
Asun [city].	/ˈɑ.sun [city]/	I live in [city].
Työskentelen [profession].	/ˈtyœs.ken.te.len [profession]/	I work as a [profession].
Harrastan [hobby].	/ˈhɑr.rɑ.stɑn [hobby]/	I enjoy [hobby].
Puhun [languages].	/ˈpu.hun [languages]/	I speak [languages].
Mukava tavata!	/ˈmu.kɑ.vɑ ˈtɑ.vɑ.tɑ/	Nice to meet you!

You can combine these sentences to create a brief introduction. For example:

Finnish: Olen Anna. Olen kotoisin Suomesta. Asun Helsingissä.

Pronunciation: /ˈo.len ˈɑn.nɑ. ˈo.len ˈko.to.isin ˈsu.o.mes.tɑ. ˈɑ.sun ˈhel.sin.ki.sʲ.ɑ/

English: I am Anna. I am from Finland. I live in Helsinki.

Practice Makes Perfect[edit | edit source]

To help solidify your understanding of greetings and introductions, we’ve prepared some exercises for you to practice.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

1. Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with appropriate greetings or introductions.

a. _____! (Hi)

b. Olen _____ (your name).

c. Hyvää _____ (morning).

Answers:

a. Hei!

b. Olen [your name].

c. Hyvää huomenta.

2. Match the Finnish Phrases to English

Match the Finnish phrases on the left with their English translations on the right.

a. Hyvää päivää

b. Työskentelen opettajana

c. Näkemiin

d. Hyvin, kiitos!

e. Olen kotoisin Ruotsista

1. Good day

2. Goodbye

3. I am from Sweden

4. I work as a teacher

5. Good, thank you!

Answers:

a - 1

b - 4

c - 2

d - 5

e - 3

3. Role Play

Pair up with a partner. One student greets and introduces themselves, while the other responds appropriately. Switch roles after a few minutes.

4. Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences into Finnish:

a. My name is Mark.

b. I live in London.

c. How are you?

Answers:

a. Olen Mark.

b. Asun Lontoossa.

c. Kuinka voit?

5. Complete the Dialogue

Fill in the blanks in the dialogue:

A: _____! (Hello)

B: Hei! _____? (How are you?)

A: _____, kiitos! (Good, thank you!)

Answers:

A: Terve!

B: Kuinka voit?

A: Hyvin, kiitos!

6. Create Your Introduction

Write down five sentences introducing yourself in Finnish, using the phrases learned in this lesson.

7. Listening Practice

Listen to a recorded conversation in Finnish where two people greet and introduce themselves. Write down what you hear and translate it into English.

8. Group Discussion

In small groups, discuss your hobbies and interests in Finnish using the sentence structures learned.

9. Identify the Mistakes

Read the following introduction and identify the mistakes:

"Olen Matti. Asun Helsingissä. Hyvää päivää!"

Answer: The greeting should be "Hei!" instead of "Hyvää päivää!" if it's the start of a conversation.

10. Flashcards

Create flashcards for the greetings and introductions. Practice with a partner by showing them the Finnish phrase and asking for the English translation, and vice versa.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing the "Greetings and Introductions" lesson! You've learned essential phrases that will help you connect with Finnish speakers. Remember, practice is key to becoming comfortable with a new language. Keep using these phrases in your daily life, whether chatting with friends, meeting new people, or just practicing on your own.

As you continue your journey through the Complete 0 to A1 Finnish Course, look forward to delving into nouns, adjectives, numbers, verbs, and much more. Each lesson will build on what you've learned, leading you to fluency step by step.

Table of Contents - Finnish Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Introduction to Finnish

Greetings and Introductions

Nouns and Adjectives

Numbers and Time

Verbs and Tenses

Daily Activities

Questions and Negation

Food and Dining

Prepositions and Postpositions

Travel and Transportation

Finnish Culture and Traditions

Weather and Seasons

Conjunctions and Subordinate Clauses

Family and Relationships

Finnish Literature and Music

Videos[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish! Lesson 2: Greetings - Tervehdyksiä - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish - Finnish in Three Minutes - Greetings - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish :How to Greet in formal and informal situations ...[edit | edit source]

Finnish lesson 1. (Greetings) - Opiskele suomea! - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+Welcome to the "Greetings and Introductions" lesson of our '''Complete 0 to A1 Finnish Course'''! In this lesson, we’ll embark on an exciting journey into the world of Finnish greetings and how to introduce ourselves in this beautiful language.
+The ability to greet someone and introduce yourself is one of the most fundamental aspects of any language, and Finnish is no exception. Knowing how to say hello, ask someone how they are, and share a little about yourself sets the stage for meaningful conversations and connections.
+Today, we’ll cover two main topics: '''Basic Greetings''' and '''Introducing Yourself'''. We will explore common phrases, their pronunciations, and English translations to help you feel comfortable using them in real-life situations. Additionally, we’ll have fun exercises to practice what you learn, ensuring you leave this lesson with confidence.
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-As a Finnish language teacher with 20 years of experience, I understand the importance of mastering basic greetings and introductions in any language. In this lesson, you will learn how to greet and introduce yourself in Finnish, perfect for beginners in the language.
+=== Basic Greetings ===
-== Basic Greetings ==
+Let's start with the essentials—greetings! In Finnish culture, greetings are not just a formality; they reflect respect and friendliness. Here are some common greetings to get you started:
-Finnish greetings are usually informal, and there are various ways to say hello and goodbye depending on the time of day or the situation. Below are some basic Finnish greetings and their meanings:
+{| class="wikitable"
-{| class="wikitable"
 ! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Hei || /hei/ || Hi
 |-
-| Hei || [ˈhe̞i] || Hello/Hi
+| Moi || /moi/ || Hey
+|-
+| Terve || /ˈter.ve/ || Hello (more formal)
+|-
+| Hyvää huomenta || /ˈhy.ʋɑː ˈhu.o.men.tɑ/ || Good morning
 |-
-| Moi || [mo̞i] || Hi
+| Hyvää päivää || /ˈhy.ʋɑː ˈpæi̯.ʋæː/ || Good day
 |-
-| Hyvää päivää || [ˈhy̯ʋæː ˈpæ̌iʋæ̌ː] || Good day (formal)
+| Hyvää iltaa || /ˈhy.ʋɑː ˈil.tɑː/ || Good evening
 |-
-| Hyvää iltaa || [ˈhy̯ʋæː ˈil̺t̪æː] || Good evening (formal)
+| Näkemiin || /ˈnæ.ke.miːn/ || Goodbye
 |-
-| Heippa || [ˈheit̪ːp̬ɑ] || Bye
+| Hei hei || /hei hei/ || Bye-bye
 |-
-| Näkemiin || [ˈnæ̌kemiːn] || Goodbye (formal)
-|}
-== Introducing Yourself ==
+| Moikka || /ˈmoik.kɑ/ || Bye (casual)
-To introduce yourself to someone in Finnish, it is common to use the phrase "Minä olen" ("I am"). Here is an example:
+|-
-* Minä olen Anna. - I am Anna.
+| Kuinka voit? || /ˈkui̯n.kɑ voi̯t/ || How are you?
-You can also include information about where you are from or what you do:
+|}
-* Minä olen Anna ja olen kotoisin Suomesta. - I am Anna and I am from Finland.
+To make your greetings even more engaging, you can ask how someone is doing. Here are some responses you might get:
-* Minä olen Anna ja olen opettaja. - I am Anna and I am a teacher.
-When meeting someone for the first time, it is polite to ask for their name:
+{| class="wikitable"
-* Mikä sinun nimesi on? - What is your name? (Lit. "What is your name?")
+! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
-To respond to this question, you can say:
+|-
-* Minun nimeni on... - My name is...
+| Hyvin, kiitos! || /ˈhy.ʋin ˈkiː.tos/ || Good, thank you!
-== Formal vs. Informal ==
+|-
-In Finnish, there is an informal and a formal way to address someone. It is important to choose the appropriate form depending on the situation. The informal way is to use "sinä" when speaking to friends or family members, while the formal way is to use "te" when speaking to strangers, elders or in a professional setting.
+| Ei kovin hyvin. || /ei ˈko.ʋin ˈhy.ʋin/ || Not very well.
-Here are some examples of how to use the informal and formal forms:
+|-
-* Sinä olet kiva - You are nice (informal)
+| Ihan hyvin. || /ˈi.hɑn ˈhy.ʋin/ || Quite well.
-* Te olette kiva - You are nice (formal)
-To make the phrases above negative, you can use the word "et" (informal) or "ette" (formal):
+|-
-* Sinä et ole kiva - You are not nice (informal)
+| Entä sinä? || /ˈen.tæ ˈsi.næ/ || And you?
-* Te ette ole kiva - You are not nice (formal)
-== Saying Thank You ==
+|}
-Gratitude is an important aspect of Finnish culture and it is common to express thanks for even the smallest favors.
+=== Introducing Yourself ===
-Here are some ways to say "thank you" in Finnish:
+Now that we have a grasp on greetings, let’s move on to introductions. It's important to know how to share a little about yourself. Here are some key phrases to help you introduce yourself:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Olen [your name]. || /ˈo.len [your name]/ || I am [your name].
+|-
+| Olen kotoisin [country]. || /ˈo.len ˈko.to.isin [country]/ || I am from [country].
+|-
+| Asun [city]. || /ˈɑ.sun [city]/ || I live in [city].
 |-
-| Kiitos || [ˈkiito̞s] || Thank you
+| Työskentelen [profession]. || /ˈtyœs.ken.te.len [profession]/ || I work as a [profession].
 |-
-| Kiitti || [ˈki̯it̪t̪i] || Thanks (informal)
+| Harrastan [hobby]. || /ˈhɑr.rɑ.stɑn [hobby]/ || I enjoy [hobby].
+|-
+| Puhun [languages]. || /ˈpu.hun [languages]/ || I speak [languages].
 |-
-| Kiitoksia paljon || [ˈki̯it̪o̞ks̠i̯ɑ ˈpɑljo̞n] || Many thanks (formal)
+| Mukava tavata! || /ˈmu.kɑ.vɑ ˈtɑ.vɑ.tɑ/ || Nice to meet you!
 |}
-== Conclusion ==
+You can combine these sentences to create a brief introduction. For example:
+'''Finnish:''' Olen Anna. Olen kotoisin Suomesta. Asun Helsingissä.
+'''Pronunciation:''' /ˈo.len ˈɑn.nɑ. ˈo.len ˈko.to.isin ˈsu.o.mes.tɑ. ˈɑ.sun ˈhel.sin.ki.sʲ.ɑ/
+'''English:''' I am Anna. I am from Finland. I live in Helsinki.
+=== Practice Makes Perfect ===
+To help solidify your understanding of greetings and introductions, we’ve prepared some exercises for you to practice.
+== Exercises ==
+. '''Fill in the Blanks'''
+Complete the sentences with appropriate greetings or introductions.
+a. _____! (Hi)
+b. Olen _____ (your name).
+c. Hyvää _____ (morning).
+'''Answers:'''
+a. Hei!
+b. Olen [your name].
+c. Hyvää huomenta.
+. '''Match the Finnish Phrases to English'''
+Match the Finnish phrases on the left with their English translations on the right.
+a. Hyvää päivää
+b. Työskentelen opettajana
+c. Näkemiin
+d. Hyvin, kiitos!
+e. Olen kotoisin Ruotsista
+. Good day
+. Goodbye
+. I am from Sweden
+. I work as a teacher
+. Good, thank you!
+'''Answers:'''
+a - 1
+b - 4
+c - 2
+d - 5
+e - 3
+. '''Role Play'''
+Pair up with a partner. One student greets and introduces themselves, while the other responds appropriately. Switch roles after a few minutes.
+. '''Translate the Sentences'''
+Translate the following sentences into Finnish:
+a. My name is Mark.
+b. I live in London.
+c. How are you?
+'''Answers:'''
+a. Olen Mark.
+b. Asun Lontoossa.
+c. Kuinka voit?
+. '''Complete the Dialogue'''
+Fill in the blanks in the dialogue:
+A: _____! (Hello)
+B: Hei! _____? (How are you?)
+A: _____, kiitos! (Good, thank you!)
+'''Answers:'''
+A: Terve!
+B: Kuinka voit?
+A: Hyvin, kiitos!
+. '''Create Your Introduction'''
+Write down five sentences introducing yourself in Finnish, using the phrases learned in this lesson.
+. '''Listening Practice'''
+Listen to a recorded conversation in Finnish where two people greet and introduce themselves. Write down what you hear and translate it into English.
+. '''Group Discussion'''
+In small groups, discuss your hobbies and interests in Finnish using the sentence structures learned.
+. '''Identify the Mistakes'''
+Read the following introduction and identify the mistakes:
+"Olen Matti. Asun Helsingissä. Hyvää päivää!"
-Learning basic Finnish greetings and introductions is essential for effectively communicating with Finnish speakers. Remember to use the right formality and practice expressing thanks. With these simple phrases, you will be able to make a good impression and show respect for Finnish culture.
+'''Answer:''' The greeting should be "Hei!" instead of "Hyvää päivää!" if it's the start of a conversation.
+. '''Flashcards'''
-<span class='maj'></span>
+Create flashcards for the greetings and introductions. Practice with a partner by showing them the Finnish phrase and asking for the English translation, and vice versa.
-==Sources==
-* [https://www.finnishpod101.com/blog/2019/06/20/how-to-introduce-yourself-in-finnish/ How to introduce yourself in Finnish - A good place to start learning ...]
+=== Conclusion ===
-* [https://herfinland.com/finnish-greetings/ Finnish Greetings: Hello in Finnish and 15 Other Great Greeting Words]
-* [https://studies.helsinki.fi/courses/cur/otm-49dcc279-b5c0-4be1-896f-d1ca896f77e6 FINN-111 Finnish 1A, Open uni: Finnish 1A, summer (June) 20/6–7 ...]
+Congratulations on completing the "Greetings and Introductions" lesson! You've learned essential phrases that will help you connect with Finnish speakers. Remember, practice is key to becoming comfortable with a new language. Keep using these phrases in your daily life, whether chatting with friends, meeting new people, or just practicing on your own.
-* [https://herfinland.com/finnish-language-basics/ Uncover the Finnish Language: Easy Basics of Finnish Start Here]
+As you continue your journey through the '''Complete 0 to A1 Finnish Course''', look forward to delving into nouns, adjectives, numbers, verbs, and much more. Each lesson will build on what you've learned, leading you to fluency step by step.
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-==Related Lessons==
+==Sources==
+* [https://www.finnishpod101.com/blog/2019/06/20/how-to-introduce-yourself-in-finnish/ How to introduce yourself in Finnish - A good place to start learning ...]
+* [https://herfinland.com/finnish-greetings/ Finnish Greetings: Hello in Finnish and 15 Other Great Greeting Words]
+* [https://studies.helsinki.fi/courses/cur/otm-49dcc279-b5c0-4be1-896f-d1ca896f77e6 FINN-111 Finnish 1A, Open uni: Finnish 1A, summer (June) 20/6–7 ...]
+* [https://herfinland.com/finnish-language-basics/ Uncover the Finnish Language: Easy Basics of Finnish Start Here]
+==Other Lessons==
 * [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Transportation-and-Travel|Transportation and Travel]]
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Difference between revisions of "Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Greetings-and-Introductions"

Latest revision as of 04:53, 1 August 2024

Basic Greetings[edit | edit source]

Introducing Yourself[edit | edit source]

Practice Makes Perfect[edit | edit source]

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Table of Contents - Finnish Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Videos[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish! Lesson 2: Greetings - Tervehdyksiä - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish - Finnish in Three Minutes - Greetings - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish :How to Greet in formal and informal situations ...[edit | edit source]

Finnish lesson 1. (Greetings) - Opiskele suomea! - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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