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Welcome to our lesson on '''Finnish Verbs in the Present Tense'''! This is an exciting step in your Finnish language journey, as mastering verbs is essential for effective communication. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense will allow you to express what you do, what you feel, and what is happening around you in real-time.
 
In Finnish, verbs are dynamic and can convey a lot of information about the subject, the tense, and even the mood. The present tense is particularly important because it is used for actions that are currently happening, general truths, or habitual actions.
 
In this lesson, we will cover:
 
* The concept of verb stems
 
* How to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense
 
* Examples of everyday verbs
 
* Practice exercises to solidify your understanding
 
Let’s embark on this linguistic adventure together!


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== Introduction ==
=== Understanding Verb Stems ===
 
Before we dive into present tense conjugations, we need to understand '''verb stems'''. A verb stem is the part of the verb that remains when you remove the infinitive ending. In Finnish, the infinitive form of verbs typically ends in "-a" or "-ä".
 
For example:


In this lesson, we will dive into the fascinating world of Finnish verbs and explore the present tense. Verbs are an essential part of any language, and understanding how to conjugate them is crucial for effective communication. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use Finnish verbs in the present tense and grasp the concept of verb stems. So, let's get started!
* '''puhua''' (to speak) → stem: '''puhu-'''


== Conjugating Finnish Verbs in the Present Tense ==
* '''kirjoittaa''' (to write) → stem: '''kirjoita-'''


The present tense is used to describe actions happening in the current moment or habitual actions. In Finnish, verbs are conjugated based on the personal pronoun and the verb stem. The verb stem remains constant, while different endings are added to indicate the subject of the sentence. Let's take a look at the conjugation pattern for regular verbs in the present tense:
Knowing the stem is crucial as it forms the basis for conjugating the verb into different tenses and forms.
 
=== Conjugating Regular Verbs in Present Tense ===
 
Finnish verbs can be categorized into several types based on their endings. In this lesson, we'll focus on the most common type: '''type 1 verbs''', which end in -a or -ä in their infinitive form. The present tense conjugation is relatively straightforward.
 
Here’s how it works:
 
1. '''Remove the infinitive ending''' (-a or -ä) to find the stem.
 
2. '''Add the appropriate present tense endings''' depending on the subject pronoun.
 
The present tense endings for type 1 verbs are as follows:
 
* '''I (minä)''': -n
 
* '''You (sinä)''': -t
 
* '''He/She (hän)''': - (no ending)
 
* '''We (me)''': -mme
 
* '''You (plural) (te)''': -tte
 
* '''They (he)''': -vat or -vät
 
Let's illustrate this with a '''table''' of example verbs:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Puhua || Puhun || I speak
 
| puhua || puh-ua || to speak
 
|-
 
| syödä || syö-dä || to eat
 
|-
 
| kirjoittaa || kir-joit-ta || to write
 
|-
 
| juoda || juo-da || to drink
 
|-
 
| pelata || pe-la-ta || to play
 
|}
 
Now, let’s see how these verbs are conjugated in the present tense:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| Puhua || Puhut || You speak
 
| minä puhun || minä puh-un || I speak
 
|-
 
| sinä puhut || sinä puh-ut || you speak
 
|-
|-
| Puhua || Puhuu || He/she/it speaks
 
| hän puhuu || hän puh-uu || he/she speaks
 
|-
|-
| Puhua || Puhumme || We speak
 
| me puhumme || me puhu-mme || we speak
 
|-
|-
| Puhua || Puhutte || You (pl) speak
 
| te puhutte || te puh-ut-te || you (plural) speak
 
|-
|-
| Puhua || Puhuvat || They speak
 
| he puhuvat || he puhu-vat || they speak
 
|}
|}


As you can see from the table above, the verb "puhua" (to speak) is conjugated differently based on the pronoun. The verb stem "puhu-" remains the same, while different endings are added to match the subject of the sentence. This pattern applies to regular verbs in the present tense.
You can see that the verb changes based on the subject pronoun. Let’s look at another set of verbs:
 
{| class="wikitable"


== Understanding Verb Stems ==
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English


The concept of verb stems is crucial in Finnish grammar. The verb stem is the base form of the verb without any endings or conjugations attached to it. It is what remains constant throughout different verb forms. To find the verb stem, you usually remove the infinitive marker "-a" or "-ä" from the end of the verb.
|-


For example:
| minä syön || minä syö-n || I eat
* Puhua (to speak) → puhu- (verb stem)
 
* Kirjoittaa (to write) → kirjoitta- (verb stem)
|-
* Lähteä (to leave) → lähde- (verb stem)
 
| sinä syöt || sinä syö-t || you eat
 
|-
 
| hän syö || hän syö || he/she eats
 
|-
 
| me syömme || me syö-mme || we eat
 
|-
 
| te syötte || te syö-tte || you (plural) eat
 
|-


Understanding verb stems will help you recognize and conjugate verbs in different tenses and forms.
| he syövät || he syö-vät || they eat


== Irregular Verbs in the Present Tense ==
|}


While regular verbs follow a predictable pattern in the present tense, there are also some irregular verbs that have unique conjugation patterns. These verbs do not follow the same rules as regular verbs, so it's important to learn them individually. Let's take a look at some examples:
And one more example:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Olla || Olen || I am
 
| minä kirjoitan || minä kir-joit-an || I write
 
|-
|-
| Olla || Olet || You are
 
| sinä kirjoitat || sinä kir-joit-at || you write
 
|-
|-
| Olla || On || He/she/it is
 
| hän kirjoittaa || hän kir-joit-taa || he/she writes
 
|-
|-
| Olla || Olemme || We are
 
| me kirjoitamme || me kir-joit-am-me || we write
 
|-
|-
| Olla || Olette || You (pl) are
 
| te kirjoitatte || te kir-joit-at-te || you (plural) write
 
|-
|-
| Olla || Ovat || They are
 
| he kirjoittavat || he kir-joit-tavat || they write
 
|}
|}


In the above table, we can see the conjugation of the verb "olla" (to be) in the present tense. As you can notice, the verb stem changes in each form, making it an irregular verb.
=== Summary of Present Tense Conjugation ===
 
* Remove the infinitive ending (-a or -ä).
 
* Add the correct endings based on the subject pronoun.


== Cultural Insights ==
* Remember that the verb stem is the foundational part of the verb.


Finnish culture places a strong emphasis on equality and fairness, which is reflected in the Finnish language. Unlike some other languages, Finnish verbs do not have different conjugation forms based on the gender of the subject. This linguistic feature aligns with the egalitarian values deeply rooted in Finnish society.
=== Practice Exercises ===


Additionally, Finnish verbs also have a unique feature called "verb rections." Verb rections refer to the grammatical patterns and prepositions that certain verbs require in a sentence. For example, the verb "odottaa" (to wait) requires the preposition "tässä" (in this) when used in a sentence. These verb rections add nuances to the meaning of the verb and are an interesting aspect of Finnish grammar to explore.
Now that you have learned about present tense conjugation, it’s time to practice! Below are exercises designed to help you apply what you've learned.


== Practice Exercises ==
1. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "puhua" (to speak):'''


Now that you have learned the basics of conjugating Finnish verbs in the present tense, it's time to put your knowledge into practice. Here are some exercises to help you reinforce what you've learned:
* minä _______


Exercise 1: Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense according to the subject provided:
* sinä _______


1. Puhua (to speak)
* hän _______
  a) He
  b) We
  c) They


2. Kirjoittaa (to write)
* me _______
  a) You (pl)
  b) I
  c) She


3. Lähteä (to leave)
* te _______
  a) We
  b) You
  c) It


Exercise 2: Translate the following sentences into Finnish using the appropriate verb form:
* he _______


1. I am studying Finnish.
2. '''Conjugate the verb "pelata" (to play) in the present tense:'''
2. They are going to the store.
3. We speak English.


Exercise 3: Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb in parentheses:
* minä _______


1. Hän __________ (nähdä) sinut huomenna.
* sinä _______
2. Me __________ (tulla) Suomesta.
3. Minä __________ (lentää) New Yorkiin ensi viikolla.


== Exercise Solutions ==
* hän _______


Exercise 1:
* me _______
1. Puhuvat
  a) He puhuvat.
  b) We puhumme.
  c) They puhuvat.


2. Kirjoitat
* te _______
  a) You (pl) kirjoitatte.
  b) I kirjoitan.
  c) She kirjoittaa.


3. Lähtevät
* he _______
  a) We lähdemme.
  b) You lähdet.
  c) It lähtee.


Exercise 2:
3. '''Translate the following sentences into Finnish:'''
1. Opiskelen suomea.
2. He menevät kauppaan.
3. Puhumme englantia.


Exercise 3:
* I drink water.
1. Hän näkee sinut huomenna.
2. Me tulemme Suomesta.
3. Minä lennän New Yorkiin ensi viikolla.


== Conclusion ==
* You (singular) eat bread.


Congratulations! You have completed the lesson on Finnish verbs in the present tense. By understanding the conjugation patterns and verb stems, you are now able to form sentences using Finnish verbs in the present tense. Keep practicing and exploring the rich world of Finnish grammar, and you will soon become a confident Finnish speaker.
* They write letters.
 
4. '''Conjugate the verb "juoda" (to drink) in the present tense:'''
 
* minä _______
 
* sinä _______
 
* hän _______
 
* me _______
 
* te _______
 
* he _______
 
5. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct verb form of "syödä" (to eat):'''
 
* minä _______
 
* sinä _______
 
* hän _______
 
* me _______
 
* te _______
 
* he _______
 
6. '''Choose the correct form of the verb "kirjoittaa" (to write) based on the subject pronoun:'''
 
* (minä, minä kirjoit____)
 
* (te, te kirjoit____)
 
* (he, he kirjoit____)
 
7. '''Create sentences using the following verbs in present tense:'''
 
* puhua
 
* syödä
 
* pelata
 
8. '''Match the Finnish sentences with their English translations:'''
 
* a) Me juomme vettä.
 
* b) Hän kirjoittaa kirjaa.
 
* c) Te puhutte suomea.
 
i) You speak Finnish. 
 
ii) We drink water. 
 
iii) He/She is writing a book. 
 
9. '''Identify the verb stem for the following verbs:'''
 
* tulla (to come)
 
* nähdä (to see)
 
* tehdä (to do)
 
10. '''Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense:'''
 
* tulla
 
* nähdä
 
* tehdä
 
=== Solutions and Explanations ===
 
Here are the solutions to the exercises along with explanations.
 
1. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "puhua":'''
 
* minä '''puhun'''
 
* sinä '''puhut'''
 
* hän '''puhuu'''
 
* me '''puhumme'''
 
* te '''puhutte'''
 
* he '''puhuvat'''
 
''Explanation: Each form is derived by removing the -a from "puhua" and adding the appropriate endings.''
 
2. '''Conjugate the verb "pelata":'''
 
* minä '''pelaan'''
 
* sinä '''pelat'''
 
* hän '''pelaa'''
 
* me '''pelaamme'''
 
* te '''pelaatte'''
 
* he '''pelaavat'''
 
3. '''Translate the following sentences into Finnish:'''
 
* I drink water. → '''Minä juon vettä.'''
 
* You (singular) eat bread. → '''Sinä syöt leipää.'''
 
* They write letters. → '''He kirjoittavat kirjeitä.'''
 
4. '''Conjugate the verb "juoda":'''
 
* minä '''juon'''
 
* sinä '''juot'''
 
* hän '''juo'''
 
* me '''juomme'''
 
* te '''juotte'''
 
* he '''juovat'''
 
5. '''Fill in the blanks with the correct verb form of "syödä":'''
 
* minä '''syön'''
 
* sinä '''syöt'''
 
* hän '''syö'''
 
* me '''syömme'''
 
* te '''syötte'''
 
* he '''syövät'''
 
6. '''Choose the correct form of the verb "kirjoittaa":'''
 
* (minä, minä kirjoitan)
 
* (te, te kirjoitatte)
 
* (he, he kirjoittavat)
 
7. '''Create sentences using the following verbs:'''
 
* '''Minä puhun suomea.''' (I speak Finnish.)
 
* '''Sinä syöt omenan.''' (You eat an apple.)
 
* '''He pelaavat jalkapalloa.''' (They play football.)
 
8. '''Match the Finnish sentences with their English translations:'''
 
* a) Me juomme vettä. → ii) We drink water.
 
* b) Hän kirjoittaa kirjaa. → iii) He/She is writing a book.
 
* c) Te puhutte suomea. → i) You speak Finnish.
 
9. '''Identify the verb stem for the following verbs:'''
 
* tulla → '''tule-'''
 
* nähdä → '''näe-'''
 
* tehdä → '''tee-'''
 
10. '''Conjugate the following verbs:'''
 
* tulla:
 
* minä '''tulen'''
 
* sinä '''tulet'''
 
* hän '''tulee'''
 
* me '''tulemme'''
 
* te '''tulette'''
 
* he '''tulevat'''
 
* nähdä:
 
* minä '''näen'''
 
* sinä '''näet'''
 
* hän '''näkee'''
 
* me '''näemme'''
 
* te '''näette'''
 
* he '''näkevät'''
 
* tehdä:
 
* minä '''teen'''
 
* sinä '''teet'''
 
* hän '''tekee'''
 
* me '''teemme'''
 
* te '''teette'''
 
* he '''tekevät'''
 
Congratulations on completing this lesson on Finnish verbs in the present tense! Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep using these verbs in your daily conversations, and you will see improvement in your Finnish skills in no time!


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Finnish → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Finnish Verbs: Present Tense

Welcome to our lesson on Finnish Verbs in the Present Tense! This is an exciting step in your Finnish language journey, as mastering verbs is essential for effective communication. Understanding how to conjugate verbs in the present tense will allow you to express what you do, what you feel, and what is happening around you in real-time.

In Finnish, verbs are dynamic and can convey a lot of information about the subject, the tense, and even the mood. The present tense is particularly important because it is used for actions that are currently happening, general truths, or habitual actions.

In this lesson, we will cover:

  • The concept of verb stems
  • How to conjugate regular verbs in the present tense
  • Examples of everyday verbs
  • Practice exercises to solidify your understanding

Let’s embark on this linguistic adventure together!

Understanding Verb Stems[edit | edit source]

Before we dive into present tense conjugations, we need to understand verb stems. A verb stem is the part of the verb that remains when you remove the infinitive ending. In Finnish, the infinitive form of verbs typically ends in "-a" or "-ä".

For example:

  • puhua (to speak) → stem: puhu-
  • kirjoittaa (to write) → stem: kirjoita-

Knowing the stem is crucial as it forms the basis for conjugating the verb into different tenses and forms.

Conjugating Regular Verbs in Present Tense[edit | edit source]

Finnish verbs can be categorized into several types based on their endings. In this lesson, we'll focus on the most common type: type 1 verbs, which end in -a or -ä in their infinitive form. The present tense conjugation is relatively straightforward.

Here’s how it works:

1. Remove the infinitive ending (-a or -ä) to find the stem.

2. Add the appropriate present tense endings depending on the subject pronoun.

The present tense endings for type 1 verbs are as follows:

  • I (minä): -n
  • You (sinä): -t
  • He/She (hän): - (no ending)
  • We (me): -mme
  • You (plural) (te): -tte
  • They (he): -vat or -vät

Let's illustrate this with a table of example verbs:

Finnish Pronunciation English
puhua puh-ua to speak
syödä syö-dä to eat
kirjoittaa kir-joit-ta to write
juoda juo-da to drink
pelata pe-la-ta to play

Now, let’s see how these verbs are conjugated in the present tense:

Finnish Pronunciation English
minä puhun minä puh-un I speak
sinä puhut sinä puh-ut you speak
hän puhuu hän puh-uu he/she speaks
me puhumme me puhu-mme we speak
te puhutte te puh-ut-te you (plural) speak
he puhuvat he puhu-vat they speak

You can see that the verb changes based on the subject pronoun. Let’s look at another set of verbs:

Finnish Pronunciation English
minä syön minä syö-n I eat
sinä syöt sinä syö-t you eat
hän syö hän syö he/she eats
me syömme me syö-mme we eat
te syötte te syö-tte you (plural) eat
he syövät he syö-vät they eat

And one more example:

Finnish Pronunciation English
minä kirjoitan minä kir-joit-an I write
sinä kirjoitat sinä kir-joit-at you write
hän kirjoittaa hän kir-joit-taa he/she writes
me kirjoitamme me kir-joit-am-me we write
te kirjoitatte te kir-joit-at-te you (plural) write
he kirjoittavat he kir-joit-tavat they write

Summary of Present Tense Conjugation[edit | edit source]

  • Remove the infinitive ending (-a or -ä).
  • Add the correct endings based on the subject pronoun.
  • Remember that the verb stem is the foundational part of the verb.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned about present tense conjugation, it’s time to practice! Below are exercises designed to help you apply what you've learned.

1. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "puhua" (to speak):

  • minä _______
  • sinä _______
  • hän _______
  • me _______
  • te _______
  • he _______

2. Conjugate the verb "pelata" (to play) in the present tense:

  • minä _______
  • sinä _______
  • hän _______
  • me _______
  • te _______
  • he _______

3. Translate the following sentences into Finnish:

  • I drink water.
  • You (singular) eat bread.
  • They write letters.

4. Conjugate the verb "juoda" (to drink) in the present tense:

  • minä _______
  • sinä _______
  • hän _______
  • me _______
  • te _______
  • he _______

5. Fill in the blanks with the correct verb form of "syödä" (to eat):

  • minä _______
  • sinä _______
  • hän _______
  • me _______
  • te _______
  • he _______

6. Choose the correct form of the verb "kirjoittaa" (to write) based on the subject pronoun:

  • (minä, minä kirjoit____)
  • (te, te kirjoit____)
  • (he, he kirjoit____)

7. Create sentences using the following verbs in present tense:

  • puhua
  • syödä
  • pelata

8. Match the Finnish sentences with their English translations:

  • a) Me juomme vettä.
  • b) Hän kirjoittaa kirjaa.
  • c) Te puhutte suomea.

i) You speak Finnish.

ii) We drink water.

iii) He/She is writing a book.

9. Identify the verb stem for the following verbs:

  • tulla (to come)
  • nähdä (to see)
  • tehdä (to do)

10. Conjugate the following verbs in the present tense:

  • tulla
  • nähdä
  • tehdä

Solutions and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Here are the solutions to the exercises along with explanations.

1. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb "puhua":

  • minä puhun
  • sinä puhut
  • hän puhuu
  • me puhumme
  • te puhutte
  • he puhuvat

Explanation: Each form is derived by removing the -a from "puhua" and adding the appropriate endings.

2. Conjugate the verb "pelata":

  • minä pelaan
  • sinä pelat
  • hän pelaa
  • me pelaamme
  • te pelaatte
  • he pelaavat

3. Translate the following sentences into Finnish:

  • I drink water. → Minä juon vettä.
  • You (singular) eat bread. → Sinä syöt leipää.
  • They write letters. → He kirjoittavat kirjeitä.

4. Conjugate the verb "juoda":

  • minä juon
  • sinä juot
  • hän juo
  • me juomme
  • te juotte
  • he juovat

5. Fill in the blanks with the correct verb form of "syödä":

  • minä syön
  • sinä syöt
  • hän syö
  • me syömme
  • te syötte
  • he syövät

6. Choose the correct form of the verb "kirjoittaa":

  • (minä, minä kirjoitan)
  • (te, te kirjoitatte)
  • (he, he kirjoittavat)

7. Create sentences using the following verbs:

  • Minä puhun suomea. (I speak Finnish.)
  • Sinä syöt omenan. (You eat an apple.)
  • He pelaavat jalkapalloa. (They play football.)

8. Match the Finnish sentences with their English translations:

  • a) Me juomme vettä. → ii) We drink water.
  • b) Hän kirjoittaa kirjaa. → iii) He/She is writing a book.
  • c) Te puhutte suomea. → i) You speak Finnish.

9. Identify the verb stem for the following verbs:

  • tulla → tule-
  • nähdä → näe-
  • tehdä → tee-

10. Conjugate the following verbs:

  • tulla:
  • minä tulen
  • sinä tulet
  • hän tulee
  • me tulemme
  • te tulette
  • he tulevat
  • nähdä:
  • minä näen
  • sinä näet
  • hän näkee
  • me näemme
  • te näette
  • he näkevät
  • tehdä:
  • minä teen
  • sinä teet
  • hän tekee
  • me teemme
  • te teette
  • he tekevät

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Finnish verbs in the present tense! Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep using these verbs in your daily conversations, and you will see improvement in your Finnish skills in no time!

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


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 Verb Types and the Present Tense - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish! Lesson 39: Past tense - Imperfekti - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Finnish! Lesson 42: The future tense - Futuuri - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Finnish Perfekti Grammar ( Present Perfect Tense ) - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Past Tense in Finnish - YouTube[edit | edit source]


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