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== Introduction ==
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.


In this lesson, you will learn how to greet people and introduce yourself in Finnish. Greetings and introductions are essential in any language, as they are the first steps towards building relationships and connecting with others. Mastering these basic phrases will help you navigate social situations with ease and make a positive impression on native Finnish speakers. Throughout this lesson, we will explore a variety of greetings and introductions, provide examples of their usage, and delve into the cultural nuances surrounding these expressions.


== Greetings ==
<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/At-Home|At Home]] & [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/How-to-count-in-Finnish|How to count in Finnish]].</span>
== Basic Greetings ==


=== Basic Greetings ===
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:
 
Let's start with the most common greetings in Finnish. These phrases can be used in both formal and informal settings:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Hei || [ˈheɪ̯] || Hello
|-
|-
| Moi || [ˈmoi̯] || Hi
| Hei || [ˈhe̞i] || Hello/Hi
|-
|-
| Terve || [ˈterve] || Hi / Hello
| Moi || [mo̞i] || Hi
|-
|-
| Hyvää päivää || [ˈhyʋæː ˈpæʋæː] || Good day
| Hyvää päivää || [ˈhy̯ʋæː ˈpæ̌iʋæ̌ː] || Good day (formal)
|-
|-
| Päivää || [ˈpæʋæː] || Day (used as a greeting)
| Hyvää iltaa || [ˈhy̯ʋæː ˈil̺t̪æː] || Good evening (formal)
|}
 
=== Time-Specific Greetings ===
 
Finnish also has specific greetings for different times of the day. These phrases are used to greet someone depending on whether it's morning, afternoon, or evening:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| Huomenta || [ˈhuo̯mentɑ] || Good morning
| Heippa || [ˈheit̪ːp̬ɑ] || Bye
|-
|-
| Hyvää päivää || [ˈhyʋæː ˈpæʋæː] || Good afternoon
| Näkemiin || [ˈnæ̌kemiːn] || Goodbye (formal)
|-
| Hyvää iltaa || [ˈhyʋæː ˈiltɑː] || Good evening
|-
| Hyvää yötä || [ˈhyʋæː ˈyøtæ] || Good night
|}
|}


=== More Formal Greetings ===
== Introducing Yourself ==


When greeting someone in a more formal or respectful manner, you can use the following expressions:
To introduce yourself to someone in Finnish, it is common to use the phrase "Minä olen" ("I am"). Here is an example:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
| Hyvää huomenta || [ˈhyʋæː ˈhuo̯mentɑ] || Good morning
|-
| Hyvää päivää || [ˈhyʋæː ˈpæʋæː] || Good day
|-
| Hyvää iltaa || [ˈhyʋæː ˈiltɑː] || Good evening
|-
| Hyvää yötä || [ˈhyʋæː ˈyøtæ] || Good night
|}


=== Informal Greetings ===
* Minä olen Anna. - I am Anna.


In more casual situations, you can use these informal greetings with friends, family, or people of a similar age:
You can also include information about where you are from or what you do:


{| class="wikitable"
* Minä olen Anna ja olen kotoisin Suomesta. - I am Anna and I am from Finland.
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
* Minä olen Anna ja olen opettaja. - I am Anna and I am a teacher.
|-
| Moro || [ˈmoro] || Hi
|-
| Moikka || [ˈmoi̯kːɑ] || Hi / Bye
|-
| Terve || [ˈterve] || Hi / Hello
|}


== Introductions ==
When meeting someone for the first time, it is polite to ask for their name:


=== Self-Introductions ===
* Mikä sinun nimesi on? - What is your name? (Lit. "What is your name?")


When introducing yourself in Finnish, you can use the following phrases to tell others your name and some basic information about yourself:
To respond to this question, you can say:


{| class="wikitable"
* Minun nimeni on... - My name is...
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
| Minun nimeni on [name] || [ˈminun ˈnimeni on] [name] || My name is [name]
|-
| Olen [name] || [ˈolen] [name] || I am [name]
|-
| Hauska tutustua || [ˈhɑusːkɑ ˈtutustuɑ] || Nice to meet you
|}


For example, if your name is Anna, you can say "Minun nimeni on Anna" or simply "Olen Anna" to introduce yourself. Remember to adjust the phrase based on your own name.
== Formal vs. Informal ==


=== Asking for Someone's Name ===
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.


To ask someone for their name, you can use the following phrases:
Here are some examples of how to use the informal and formal forms:


{| class="wikitable"
* Sinä olet kiva - You are nice (informal)
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
* Te olette kiva - You are nice (formal)
|-
| Mikä sinun nimesi on? || [ˈmikæ ˈsinun ˈnimesi on] || What is your name?
|-
| Mikä on nimesi? || [ˈmikæ on ˈnimesi] || What is your name?
|}


=== Responding to Introductions ===
To make the phrases above negative, you can use the word "et" (informal) or "ette" (formal):


When someone introduces themselves to you, it's polite to respond and acknowledge their introduction. Here are a few phrases you can use:
* Sinä et ole kiva - You are not nice (informal)
* Te ette ole kiva - You are not nice (formal)


{| class="wikitable"
== Saying Thank You ==
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
| Hauska tutustua || [ˈhɑusːkɑ ˈtutustuɑ] || Nice to meet you
|-
| Samoin || [ˈsɑmoin] || Likewise
|-
| Mukava tavata || [ˈmukɑʋɑ ˈtɑʋɑtɑ] || Nice to meet you
|}


Feel free to use these phrases when responding to someone's introduction. It's a great way to show interest and establish a friendly connection.
Gratitude is an important aspect of Finnish culture and it is common to express thanks for even the smallest favors.


== Cultural Insights ==
Here are some ways to say "thank you" in Finnish:
 
In Finnish culture, greetings play an important role in social interactions. Finns value politeness and respect, especially when meeting someone for the first time or in more formal settings. When greeting someone, it is customary to make eye contact, smile, and offer a firm handshake. It's also common to address people using their first name, followed by the respectful title "Herra" (Mr.) or "Rouva" (Mrs./Ms.).
 
Finns appreciate punctuality and tend to stick to their schedules, so it's important to arrive on time for meetings or social gatherings. If you are running late, it's polite to inform the other person in advance. Additionally, Finns appreciate personal space and may prefer to keep a slightly greater distance during conversations compared to some other cultures.
 
In more casual situations, such as among friends or family, greetings tend to be more relaxed and informal. Finns often use casual greetings like "Moi" or "Moro" with people they are familiar with. It's also common to greet with a hug or a kiss on the cheek, especially among close friends or family members.
 
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of greetings and introductions in Finnish.
 
Exercise 1: Greetings
Match the Finnish greetings with their English translations.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! English Translation
! Finnish !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Moi || Good evening
| Kiitos || [ˈkiito̞s] || Thank you
|-
|-
| Hyvää yötä || Hello
| Kiitti || [ˈki̯it̪t̪i] || Thanks (informal)
|-
|-
| Hei || Hi
| Kiitoksia paljon || [ˈki̯it̪o̞ks̠i̯ɑ ˈpɑljo̞n] || Many thanks (formal)
|-
| Hyvää iltaa || Good night
|}
|}


Solution:
== Conclusion ==
{| class="wikitable"
! Finnish !! English Translation
|-
| Moi || Hi
|-
| Hyvää yötä || Good night
|-
| Hei || Hello
|-
| Hyvää iltaa || Good evening
|}


Exercise 2: Introductions
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.
Fill in the blanks with the correct Finnish phrases to complete the self-introductions.


1. _______________ nimeni on Maria.
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2. _______________ Tomi.
==Sources==
3. _______________ tutustua.
* [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]


Solution:
1. Minun nimeni on Maria.
2. Olen Tomi.
3. Hauska tutustua.
== Conclusion ==
Congratulations! You have now learned how to greet people and introduce yourself in Finnish. Greetings and introductions are the building blocks of communication, and by mastering these phrases, you are one step closer to becoming proficient in the Finnish language. Remember to practice these expressions in real-life situations to further develop your skills. Keep up the great work, and soon you'll be ready to move on to the next lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Finnish Course."


<span link>Having concluded this lesson, consider checking out these related pages: [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Dinner-Table|Dinner Table]] & [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/How-to-say-Good-Bye?|How to say Good Bye?]].</span>
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==Videos==
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===Finnish lesson 1. (Greetings) - Opiskele suomea! - YouTube===
===Finnish lesson 1. (Greetings) - Opiskele suomea! - YouTube===
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==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==
==Other Lessons==
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* [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/How-to-count-in-Finnish|How to count in Finnish]]
* [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/How-to-count-in-Finnish|How to count in Finnish]]
* [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Home|Home]]
* [[Language/Finnish/Vocabulary/Home|Home]]


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