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Finnish Vocabulary - Drinks

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In this lesson, we will learn the most important Finnish words related to drinks. Knowing these words will help you to order drinks in a restaurant or bar, and to understand what people are talking about when they mention drinks. Let's get started!

Drinks in Finnish

Here is a list of the most common drinks in Finnish, with their pronunciation and English translation.

Finnish	Pronunciation	English Translation
Vesi	VEH-see	Water
Maito	MY-toh	Milk
Kahvi	KAH-fee	Coffee
Tee	TEH-eh	Tea
Olut	OH-luht	Beer
Viini	VEE-nee	Wine
Siideri	SEE-deh-ree	Cider

Drinking Habits in Finland

In Finland, drinking habits vary from person to person. Some people prefer to drink beer, while others prefer wine or cider. Coffee and tea are also popular drinks in Finland.

It is important to note that the legal drinking age in Finland is 18 years old. It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to purchase or consume alcohol.

Tips for Ordering Drinks in Finland

When ordering drinks in Finland, it is important to be aware of the local customs. Here are some tips for ordering drinks in Finland:

• When ordering beer, it is customary to order a "kalja", which is a small glass of beer.
• When ordering wine, it is customary to order a "pullo", which is a bottle of wine.
• When ordering cider, it is customary to order a "siideri", which is a bottle of cider.
• When ordering coffee, it is customary to order a "kahvi", which is a cup of coffee.
• When ordering tea, it is customary to order a "tee", which is a cup of tea.

Conclusion

In conclusion, knowing the Finnish words for drinks can be very useful when ordering drinks in Finland. It is important to be aware of the local customs when ordering drinks, and to remember that the legal drinking age in Finland is 18 years old.

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