Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Hobbies-and-Leisure
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Introduction
Welcome to the fourth lesson of the Complete 0 to A1 Finnish Course! In this lesson, we will be learning vocabulary related to hobbies and leisure activities. Hobbies are an essential aspect of our lives, and they allow us to explore our interests and passions. Knowing Finnish vocabulary related to hobbies and leisure activities will enable you to talk about your interests with Finns and make new friends. You will learn vocabulary related to sports, music, and movies. Let's dive in!
Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Days of the Week & How to say Good Bye?.
Sports - Urheilu
Finns are known for being active and spending a lot of time in nature. Here are some sports-related hobbies you might encounter:
| Finnish | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| juokseminen | ˈjuoksemiːnen | running |
| hiihtäminen | ˈhiːhtæmineŋ | skiing |
| pyöräily | ˈpyøræily | cycling |
| uinti | ˈuinti | swimming |
| kävely | ˈkævely | walking |
Music - Musiikki
Finns have a vibrant music scene, and music is an essential part of Finnish culture. Here are some music-related hobbies you might encounter:
| Finnish | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| soittaminen | ˈsoittaminen | playing an instrument |
| laulaminen | ˈlɑulɑminen | singing |
| konsertti | ˈkonsertːi | concert |
| musiikin kuuntelu | musiikin ˈkuuntelu | listening to music |
| tanssiminen | ˈtɑnsiminen | dancing |
Movies - Elokuvat
Finland has a burgeoning film industry, and Finns love to watch movies. Here are some movie-related hobbies:
| Finnish | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| elokuvan katsominen | ˈelokuvɑn ˈkɑtsominen | watching a movie |
| elokuvafestivaali | elokuvɑˈfestivɑːli | film festival |
| ohjaaminen | ˈohjɑːminen | directing |
| käsikirjoittaminen | kæsiˈkirjoitɑminen | writing a screenplay |
| näyttelemien | ˈnæytːelemiːen | acting |
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have learned vocabulary related to hobbies and leisure activities in Finnish. Hobbies are a great way to explore our interests, learn new things, and expand our horizons. Knowing Finnish vocabulary related to hobbies and leisure activities will enable you to talk about your interests with Finns and make new friends. Practice your new vocabulary, and don't be afraid to try out your newfound Finnish skills in your daily life. See you in the next lesson!
Finished this lesson? Check out these related lessons: Food Vocabulary & Health.
Other Lessons
- Geography
- Food and Beverage
- Family and Relationships
- Numbers and Counting
- Modes of Transportation
- Animals
- Dinner Table
- Seasons
- Home
- Fruits
Sources
- Hobbies - Harrastukset - Finnish Conversation Questions - Uusi ...
- Finnish 4, web course, Mar-May 2023 | Aalto University
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