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In this lesson, we will explore the essential vocabulary and phrases needed for dining out in Finnish. Whether you’re planning to visit a cozy café in Helsinki or dine at a traditional restaurant in Lapland, knowing how to navigate the menu and interact with the staff will enhance your experience and make you feel more comfortable in a Finnish-speaking environment. This lesson will help you build your vocabulary around ordering food, paying the bill, and asking for recommendations.


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== Introduction ==
=== Importance of Dining Out Vocabulary ===


Welcome to the lesson on dining out in Finnish! In this lesson, we will learn vocabulary and phrases that will help you navigate restaurants and cafes in Finland. Whether you're a foodie looking to try traditional Finnish dishes or simply want to know how to order a cup of coffee, this lesson is for you!
Dining out is not just about food; it's about culture, socializing, and experiencing local traditions. In Finland, dining out can range from casual meals to formal dining experiences, and understanding the language used in these settings is key to enjoying your time. Additionally, being able to communicate effectively will help you make connections and create memorable experiences during your travels or while living in Finland. So, let’s dive into the vocabulary that will help you navigate restaurants, cafés, and food stalls with confidence!


Dining out is an important aspect of Finnish culture, as it allows people to socialize, relax, and enjoy delicious food. By learning the vocabulary and phrases in this lesson, you'll be able to confidently order meals, ask for recommendations, and even pay the bill in Finnish.
=== Structure of the Lesson ===


In this lesson, we will cover a wide range of topics related to dining out, including ordering food and drinks, asking for recommendations, understanding the menu, and paying the bill. We will provide numerous examples and practice exercises to help you reinforce what you've learned. So, let's dive in and explore the world of Finnish dining!
This lesson is divided into several sections:


* '''Key Vocabulary''': Common terms related to dining out


== Vocabulary ==
* '''Useful Phrases''': Phrases for ordering, asking for recommendations, and expressing preferences


Before we start, let's familiarize ourselves with some key vocabulary related to dining out in Finnish. Remember to pay attention to the pronunciation, as it will help you communicate effectively in real-life situations. Here are some common words and phrases you'll encounter:
* '''Practice Exercises''': Scenarios to practice what you have learned


=== Food Vocabulary ===
* '''Answers and Explanations''': Detailed solutions to the exercises


In order to order food at a restaurant, it's important to know the names of different dishes and ingredients. Here are some essential food vocabulary words in Finnish:
== Key Vocabulary ==
 
Let’s begin with essential vocabulary that you will encounter when dining out. Below are some of the most important words and phrases you will need.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| ruoka || ['ruo.ka] || food
 
| ravintola || ˈrɑʋintolɑ || restaurant
 
|-
|-
| alkuruoka || ['al.ku.ruo.ka] || appetizer
 
| kahvila || ˈkɑhʋilɑ || café
 
|-
|-
| pääruoka || ['pä:ru.o.ka] || main course
 
| ruokalista || ˈruokɑlistɑ || menu
 
|-
|-
| jälkiruoka || ['jäl.ki.ruo.ka] || dessert
 
| tarjoilija || ˈtɑrjoilijɑ || waiter/waitress
 
|-
|-
| salaatti || ['sa.la.ti] || salad
 
| tilata || ˈtilɑtɑ || to order
 
|-
|-
| keitto || ['keit.to] || soup
 
| lasku || ˈlɑsku || bill
 
|-
|-
| kana || ['ka.na] || chicken
 
| juoma || ˈjuomɑ || drink
 
|-
|-
| kala || ['ka.la] || fish
 
| ruoka || ˈruokɑ || food
 
|-
|-
| liha || ['li.ha] || meat
 
| jälkiruoka || ˈjælkiruokɑ || dessert
 
|-
|-
| kasvis || ['kas.vis] || vegetarian
 
| suositella || ˈsuositelɑ || to recommend
 
|-
|-
| hedelmät || ['he.del.mät] || fruits
 
| maksu || ˈmɑksu || payment
 
|-
|-
| vihannekset || ['vi.han.nek.set] || vegetables
 
| pöytä || ˈpøytɑ || table
 
|-
|-
| juoma || ['juo.ma] || beverage
 
| varata || ˈvɑrɑtɑ || to reserve
 
|-
|-
| vesi || ['ve.si] || water
 
| asiakas || ˈɑsiɑkɑs || customer
 
|-
|-
| olut || ['o.lut] || beer
 
| annos || ˈɑnːos || dish/portion
 
|-
|-
| viini || ['vi:.ni] || wine
|}


=== Phrases for Ordering ===
| kasvis || ˈkɑsʋis || vegetarian


Now that you know the basic food vocabulary, let's move on to phrases that will help you place an order at a restaurant. Here are some common phrases in Finnish:
|-


* Haluaisin tilata... - I would like to order...
| liha || ˈlihɑ || meat
* Voisinko saada... - Could I have...
* Anteeksi, mitä suosittelette? - Excuse me, what do you recommend?
* Onko tämä ruoka mausteista? - Is this dish spicy?
* Voisitteko tehdä tämän annoksen gluteenittomana? - Could you make this dish gluten-free?
* Haluaisin laskun, kiitos. - I would like the bill, please.


=== Phrases for Paying ===
|-


After enjoying a delicious meal, it's time to pay the bill. Here are some useful phrases for paying at a restaurant in Finnish:
| kala || ˈkɑlɑ || fish


* Tässä on kortti. - Here is my card.
|-
* Voinko maksaa käteisellä? - Can I pay in cash?
* Olen maksamassa erikseen. - I'm paying separately.
* Voinko saada kuitin? - Can I have the receipt, please?
* Kiitos hyvästä palvelusta! - Thank you for the great service!


== Cultural Insights ==
| maito || ˈmɑi̯to || milk


In Finnish culture, dining out is seen as a social activity that brings people together. It is common for Finns to gather with friends or family at restaurants to enjoy a meal and engage in meaningful conversations. Finnish cuisine is known for its simplicity, freshness, and use of local ingredients. Traditional Finnish dishes often include fish, potatoes, berries, mushrooms, and rye bread. Some popular Finnish dishes you might come across at restaurants include:
|-


* Kalakukko - a traditional Finnish fish pie made with rye dough and filled with fish and pork
| vesi || ˈʋesi || water
* Karjalanpiirakka - Karelian pastries filled with rice or mashed potatoes
* Lohikeitto - creamy salmon soup
* Mustikkapiirakka - blueberry pie


It's also worth mentioning that Finland has a strong coffee culture. Finns are among the highest consumers of coffee per capita in the world. It is common to see cafes and coffee shops filled with people enjoying a cup of coffee and a pastry. Finnish cafes often offer a variety of pastries, such as pulla (sweet cardamom bread) and korvapuusti (cinnamon rolls).
|-


== Practice Exercises ==
| leipä || ˈleipæ || bread
 
|}
 
== Useful Phrases ==


Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help you reinforce your knowledge of dining out vocabulary and phrases in Finnish. Feel free to write down your answers and check them against the provided solutions.
Now that you have a good grasp of the key vocabulary, let’s move on to some useful phrases that will help you communicate in a dining setting. These phrases will be invaluable when ordering food, asking for recommendations, and more.


Exercise 1: Match the Finnish words with their English translations.
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| ruoka || || a. dessert
 
| Voinko saada ruokalistan, kiitos? || ˈʋoi̯ŋko ˈsɑːdɑ ˈruokɑlistɑn ˈkiitos || Can I have the menu, please?
 
|-
|-
| salaatti || || b. chicken
 
| Haluaisin tilata... || ˈhɑluɑisin ˈtilɑtɑ... || I would like to order...
 
|-
|-
| kala || || c. water
 
| Suosittele jotain hyvää! || ˈsuositelɛ ˈjoːtɑn ˈhyvɑ || Recommend something good!
 
|-
|-
| liha || || d. salad
 
| Onko tämä ruoka vegaanista? || ˈɔŋko ˈtæmæ ˈruokɑ ˈʋeɡɑnistɑ? || Is this food vegan?
 
|-
|-
| hedelmät || || e. food
 
| Voinko saada laskun, kiitos? || ˈʋoi̯ŋko ˈsɑːdɑ ˈlɑskuŋ ˈkiitos || Can I get the bill, please?
 
|-
|-
| vesi || || f. fruits
 
| Voinko maksaa kortilla? || ˈʋoi̯ŋko ˈmɑksɑ ˈkɔrtillɑ? || Can I pay by card?
 
|-
|-
| kana || || g. vegetables
 
| Onko täällä pöytiä vapaana? || ˈɔŋko ˈtæːrɪlɑ ˈpøytɪjɑ ˈʋɑpɑnɑ? || Are there tables available here?
 
|-
|-
| juoma || || h. meat
 
| Mikä on päivän erikoisuus? || ˈmiːkɑ ˈon ˈpæi̯ʋæn ˈerikoi̯suːs? || What is the dish of the day?
 
|-
 
| Voisinko saada vettä? || ˈʋoi̯sinko ˈsɑːdɑ ˈʋettɑ? || Could I have some water?
 
|-
 
| Kiitos paljon! || ˈkiitos ˈpɑljon || Thank you very much!
 
|}
|}


Exercise 2: Complete the following phrases with the correct words.
== Practice Exercises ==
* Haluaisin tilata... - I would like to order...
* Voisinko saada... - Could I have...
* Anteeksi, mitä suosittelette? - Excuse me, what do you recommend?
* Onko tämä ruoka mausteista? - Is this dish spicy?
* Voisitteko tehdä tämän annoksen gluteenittomana? - Could you make this dish gluten-free?
* Haluaisin laskun, kiitos. - I would like the bill, please.


Exercise 3: Translate the following phrases from English to Finnish.
Now that you have learned the vocabulary and phrases, it’s time to practice! Here are some exercises to help you apply what you’ve learned.  
* Here is my card.
* Can I pay in cash?
* I'm paying separately.
* Can I have the receipt, please?
* Thank you for the great service!


== Solutions ==
=== Exercise 1: Role Play ===
 
Imagine you are at a café in Finland. Create a dialogue using the phrases you learned. One person should be the customer, and the other should be the waiter/waitress. Use at least five phrases from the list.
 
=== Exercise 2: Vocabulary Matching ===
 
Match the Finnish word with its English translation.


Exercise 1:
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
 
! Finnish !! English
 
|-
|-
| ruoka || ['ruo.ka] || e. food
 
| 1. ruoka || a. bill
 
|-
|-
| salaatti || ['sa.la.ti] || d. salad
 
| 2. tarjoilija || b. menu
 
|-
|-
| kala || ['ka.la] || b. fish
 
| 3. lasku || c. food
 
|-
|-
| liha || ['li.ha] || h. meat
 
|-
| 4. ruokalista || d. waiter/waitress
| hedelmät || ['he.del.mät] || f. fruits
 
|-
| vesi || ['ve.si] || c. water
|-
| kana || ['ka.na] || g. chicken
|-
| juoma || ['juo.ma] || a. beverage
|}
|}


Exercise 2:
=== Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks ===
* Haluaisin tilata... - I would like to order...
 
* Voisinko saada... - Could I have...
Fill in the blanks with the correct Finnish words based on the context.
* Anteeksi, mitä suosittelette? - Excuse me, what do you recommend?
 
* Onko tämä ruoka mausteista? - Is this dish spicy?
1. Voinko saada ____________ (menu), kiitos? 
* Voisitteko tehdä tämän annoksen gluteenittomana? - Could you make this dish gluten-free?
 
* Haluaisin laskun, kiitos. - I would like the bill, please.
2. Haluaisin ____________ (to order) pizza.
 
3. Onko tämä ____________ (vegan)? 
 
=== Exercise 4: Create a Menu ===
 
Create a simple menu in Finnish using the vocabulary you learned. Include at least three main dishes and two drinks.
 
=== Exercise 5: Translate the Phrases ===
 
Translate the following phrases into Finnish:
 
1. Can I have the bill, please? 
 
2. What do you recommend? 
 
=== Exercise 6: Scenario Practice ===
 
Imagine you are dining out with friends. Write a short paragraph describing your experience using at least ten words from the vocabulary list.
 
=== Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension ===
 
Listen to a recording of a restaurant scenario (you can create your own or find one online). Write down the key phrases you hear and translate them into English.
 
=== Exercise 8: Ordering Food ===
 
Write a short dialogue where you order food in Finnish using at least three dishes and drinks from the vocabulary list.
 
=== Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz ===
 
Create a quiz for your classmates with five questions about dining out vocabulary.
 
=== Exercise 10: Review Game ===
 
Organize a fun review game where you take turns asking each other questions in Finnish about dining out. Use the phrases and vocabulary learned in this lesson.
 
== Answers and Explanations ==
 
Now, let’s provide detailed solutions and explanations for each exercise to reinforce your learning.
 
=== Exercise 1: Role Play ===
 
* Example Dialogue:
 
* Customer: "Voinko saada ruokalistan, kiitos?" (Can I have the menu, please?)
 
* Waiter: "Tottakai! Tässä on ruokalista." (Of course! Here is the menu.)
 
* Customer: "Haluaisin tilata pizza." (I would like to order pizza.)
 
* Waiter: "Mikään on päivän erikoisuus?" (What is the dish of the day?)
 
* Customer: "Kiitos paljon!" (Thank you very much!)
 
=== Exercise 2: Vocabulary Matching ===
 
1. c
 
2. d
 
3. a
 
4. b
 
=== Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
1. ruokalistan
 
2. tilata
 
3. vegaanista
 
=== Exercise 4: Create a Menu ===
 
* Menu Example:
 
* Pääruoat:
 
* Kalakeitto (fish soup)
 
* Poronkäristys (sautéed reindeer)
 
* Vegaaninen salaatti (vegan salad)
 
* Juomat:
 
* Vesi (water)
 
* Mehu (juice)


Exercise 3:
=== Exercise 5: Translate the Phrases ===
* Tässä on kortti. - Here is my card.
* Voinko maksaa käteisellä? - Can I pay in cash?
* Olen maksamassa erikseen. - I'm paying separately.
* Voinko saada kuitin? - Can I have the receipt, please?
* Kiitos hyvästä palvelusta! - Thank you for the great service!


1. Voinko saada laskun, kiitos?
2. Mitä suosittelet?
=== Exercise 6: Scenario Practice ===
* Example: "Tänään söimme ravintolassa. Tarjoilija oli ystävällinen ja suositteli hyvää kala-annosta. Otimme myös vettä ja leipää. Kaikki oli herkullista!"
=== Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension ===
* Note down the phrases that were spoken in Finnish and translate them. For example:
* "Onko pöytiä vapaana?" (Are there tables available?)
* "Mikähän on päivän erikoisuus?" (What is the dish of the day?)
=== Exercise 8: Ordering Food ===
* Example Dialogue:
* Customer: "Voisin saada annoksen poronkäristystä ja lasin mehu." (I would like a portion of sautéed reindeer and a glass of juice.)
=== Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz ===
* Example Questions:
1. What is the Finnish word for 'menu'?
2. How do you say 'to order' in Finnish?
=== Exercise 10: Review Game ===
* Engage your classmates in a fun exchange of questions using the vocabulary and phrases learned in this lesson. This will help reinforce your memory and confidence.
This concludes our lesson on dining out vocabulary in Finnish. Remember, practice makes perfect! Don’t hesitate to use these phrases and words during your next dining experience in Finland. The more you use them, the more natural they will become.


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Finnish → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Dining Out

In this lesson, we will explore the essential vocabulary and phrases needed for dining out in Finnish. Whether you’re planning to visit a cozy café in Helsinki or dine at a traditional restaurant in Lapland, knowing how to navigate the menu and interact with the staff will enhance your experience and make you feel more comfortable in a Finnish-speaking environment. This lesson will help you build your vocabulary around ordering food, paying the bill, and asking for recommendations.

Importance of Dining Out Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Dining out is not just about food; it's about culture, socializing, and experiencing local traditions. In Finland, dining out can range from casual meals to formal dining experiences, and understanding the language used in these settings is key to enjoying your time. Additionally, being able to communicate effectively will help you make connections and create memorable experiences during your travels or while living in Finland. So, let’s dive into the vocabulary that will help you navigate restaurants, cafés, and food stalls with confidence!

Structure of the Lesson[edit | edit source]

This lesson is divided into several sections:

  • Key Vocabulary: Common terms related to dining out
  • Useful Phrases: Phrases for ordering, asking for recommendations, and expressing preferences
  • Practice Exercises: Scenarios to practice what you have learned
  • Answers and Explanations: Detailed solutions to the exercises

Key Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Let’s begin with essential vocabulary that you will encounter when dining out. Below are some of the most important words and phrases you will need.

Finnish Pronunciation English
ravintola ˈrɑʋintolɑ restaurant
kahvila ˈkɑhʋilɑ café
ruokalista ˈruokɑlistɑ menu
tarjoilija ˈtɑrjoilijɑ waiter/waitress
tilata ˈtilɑtɑ to order
lasku ˈlɑsku bill
juoma ˈjuomɑ drink
ruoka ˈruokɑ food
jälkiruoka ˈjælkiruokɑ dessert
suositella ˈsuositelɑ to recommend
maksu ˈmɑksu payment
pöytä ˈpøytɑ table
varata ˈvɑrɑtɑ to reserve
asiakas ˈɑsiɑkɑs customer
annos ˈɑnːos dish/portion
kasvis ˈkɑsʋis vegetarian
liha ˈlihɑ meat
kala ˈkɑlɑ fish
maito ˈmɑi̯to milk
vesi ˈʋesi water
leipä ˈleipæ bread

Useful Phrases[edit | edit source]

Now that you have a good grasp of the key vocabulary, let’s move on to some useful phrases that will help you communicate in a dining setting. These phrases will be invaluable when ordering food, asking for recommendations, and more.

Finnish Pronunciation English
Voinko saada ruokalistan, kiitos? ˈʋoi̯ŋko ˈsɑːdɑ ˈruokɑlistɑn ˈkiitos Can I have the menu, please?
Haluaisin tilata... ˈhɑluɑisin ˈtilɑtɑ... I would like to order...
Suosittele jotain hyvää! ˈsuositelɛ ˈjoːtɑn ˈhyvɑ Recommend something good!
Onko tämä ruoka vegaanista? ˈɔŋko ˈtæmæ ˈruokɑ ˈʋeɡɑnistɑ? Is this food vegan?
Voinko saada laskun, kiitos? ˈʋoi̯ŋko ˈsɑːdɑ ˈlɑskuŋ ˈkiitos Can I get the bill, please?
Voinko maksaa kortilla? ˈʋoi̯ŋko ˈmɑksɑ ˈkɔrtillɑ? Can I pay by card?
Onko täällä pöytiä vapaana? ˈɔŋko ˈtæːrɪlɑ ˈpøytɪjɑ ˈʋɑpɑnɑ? Are there tables available here?
Mikä on päivän erikoisuus? ˈmiːkɑ ˈon ˈpæi̯ʋæn ˈerikoi̯suːs? What is the dish of the day?
Voisinko saada vettä? ˈʋoi̯sinko ˈsɑːdɑ ˈʋettɑ? Could I have some water?
Kiitos paljon! ˈkiitos ˈpɑljon Thank you very much!

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you have learned the vocabulary and phrases, it’s time to practice! Here are some exercises to help you apply what you’ve learned.

Exercise 1: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Imagine you are at a café in Finland. Create a dialogue using the phrases you learned. One person should be the customer, and the other should be the waiter/waitress. Use at least five phrases from the list.

Exercise 2: Vocabulary Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Finnish word with its English translation.

Finnish English
1. ruoka a. bill
2. tarjoilija b. menu
3. lasku c. food
4. ruokalista d. waiter/waitress

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct Finnish words based on the context.

1. Voinko saada ____________ (menu), kiitos?

2. Haluaisin ____________ (to order) pizza.

3. Onko tämä ____________ (vegan)?

Exercise 4: Create a Menu[edit | edit source]

Create a simple menu in Finnish using the vocabulary you learned. Include at least three main dishes and two drinks.

Exercise 5: Translate the Phrases[edit | edit source]

Translate the following phrases into Finnish:

1. Can I have the bill, please?

2. What do you recommend?

Exercise 6: Scenario Practice[edit | edit source]

Imagine you are dining out with friends. Write a short paragraph describing your experience using at least ten words from the vocabulary list.

Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

Listen to a recording of a restaurant scenario (you can create your own or find one online). Write down the key phrases you hear and translate them into English.

Exercise 8: Ordering Food[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue where you order food in Finnish using at least three dishes and drinks from the vocabulary list.

Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

Create a quiz for your classmates with five questions about dining out vocabulary.

Exercise 10: Review Game[edit | edit source]

Organize a fun review game where you take turns asking each other questions in Finnish about dining out. Use the phrases and vocabulary learned in this lesson.

Answers and Explanations[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s provide detailed solutions and explanations for each exercise to reinforce your learning.

Exercise 1: Role Play[edit | edit source]

  • Example Dialogue:
  • Customer: "Voinko saada ruokalistan, kiitos?" (Can I have the menu, please?)
  • Waiter: "Tottakai! Tässä on ruokalista." (Of course! Here is the menu.)
  • Customer: "Haluaisin tilata pizza." (I would like to order pizza.)
  • Waiter: "Mikään on päivän erikoisuus?" (What is the dish of the day?)
  • Customer: "Kiitos paljon!" (Thank you very much!)

Exercise 2: Vocabulary Matching[edit | edit source]

1. c

2. d

3. a

4. b

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

1. ruokalistan

2. tilata

3. vegaanista

Exercise 4: Create a Menu[edit | edit source]

  • Menu Example:
  • Pääruoat:
  • Kalakeitto (fish soup)
  • Poronkäristys (sautéed reindeer)
  • Vegaaninen salaatti (vegan salad)
  • Juomat:
  • Vesi (water)
  • Mehu (juice)

Exercise 5: Translate the Phrases[edit | edit source]

1. Voinko saada laskun, kiitos?

2. Mitä suosittelet?

Exercise 6: Scenario Practice[edit | edit source]

  • Example: "Tänään söimme ravintolassa. Tarjoilija oli ystävällinen ja suositteli hyvää kala-annosta. Otimme myös vettä ja leipää. Kaikki oli herkullista!"

Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

  • Note down the phrases that were spoken in Finnish and translate them. For example:
  • "Onko pöytiä vapaana?" (Are there tables available?)
  • "Mikähän on päivän erikoisuus?" (What is the dish of the day?)

Exercise 8: Ordering Food[edit | edit source]

  • Example Dialogue:
  • Customer: "Voisin saada annoksen poronkäristystä ja lasin mehu." (I would like a portion of sautéed reindeer and a glass of juice.)

Exercise 9: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

  • Example Questions:

1. What is the Finnish word for 'menu'?

2. How do you say 'to order' in Finnish?

Exercise 10: Review Game[edit | edit source]

  • Engage your classmates in a fun exchange of questions using the vocabulary and phrases learned in this lesson. This will help reinforce your memory and confidence.

This concludes our lesson on dining out vocabulary in Finnish. Remember, practice makes perfect! Don’t hesitate to use these phrases and words during your next dining experience in Finland. The more you use them, the more natural they will become.

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

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Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



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