British Alicia, 26, astonishes with her Finnish language skills – reveals which Finnish custom shocked her at first
Alicia Iredale, a British woman, impresses many with her Finnish language abilities as she shares her experiences of adapting to Finnish culture.
Finns revealed the funniest Finnish words – petkele!
A collection of amusing Finnish words has been compiled, highlighting the quirks and charm of the Finnish language.
Rydman Sounds Off on Nurses' Language Skills: 'It Is a Very Serious Patient Safety Issue'
Finnish Minister Wille Rydman emphasizes the critical need for healthcare professionals to be proficient in Finnish or Swedish to ensure patient safety and effective team functioning.
How well do you know school Swedish? If you get 11/11 correct, you are amazing
A test offered by Iltalehti challenges readers on their knowledge of Swedish as taught in Finnish schools, highlighting recent cultural interest in the Swedish language driven by the popular KAJ group.
40 words that look totally silly if you stare at them long enough
The article explores amusing Finnish words that become funny when looked at for too long, listing 40 examples.
See if you could get Finnish citizenship – the official language test ruthlessly reveals your proficiency in Finnish
The article discusses the importance of the YKI test for obtaining Finnish citizenship and offers a chance to test one's language skills.
IL investigated: Language skills in care situations - See what is happening in your area
A report reveals that language skill issues among healthcare workers recruited from abroad have led to challenges across Finnish welfare areas, although experiences with these international workers have generally been positive.
Straight Talk from Teachers about Foreign Language Students: "No Chance of Survival"
Teachers express serious concerns about the challenges faced by foreign language students in Finnish schools, highlighting their struggles due to inadequate support.
Do You Belong to the Linguistic Geniuses? Test Yourself
The article presents a Finnish language test to assess one's linguistic skills and knowledge of the language.
A Child Learns Words Best by Singing, Says Katri Kunnas, Founder of Kielinuppu
Katri Kunnas emphasizes the effectiveness of songs in teaching Finnish language to children through her project Kielinuppu.
Students are struggling today in the mother tongue matriculation exam – Test how well you master grammar
Finnish students are facing challenges in their mother tongue matriculation exams this week, with various tests assessing their language skills.
Do you know the answers to the 12th-grade exam questions? If you do, you are an L's graduate
Finnish high school graduation exams begin today with the Finnish language and literature test, and results will be available by mid-May.
How well do you know English? Test yourself - a score of 12/12 indicates a wide vocabulary
A language proficiency test challenges readers to assess their English skills, encouraging participants to achieve a perfect score to demonstrate extensive vocabulary knowledge.
If you get 10/10 on this test, you are an unparalleled language genius – Can you spot Finnish cities from anagrams?
The article presents a fun language test where readers are challenged to identify Finnish cities based on provided anagrams.
Elderly forced to interpret for each other – lack of Finnish-speaking staff in Fagersta
The closure of a care home in Fagersta is raising concerns among families due to potential communication issues stemming from a lack of Finnish-speaking staff.
Comment: Student, seize this opportunity and your salary may have one more zero added
A new experimental program in Finnish universities is offering students the chance to study rare languages without prior experience, highlighting potential advantages in the job market.
What car brand is RR? Test how well you know the abbreviations – Only a master can score 10/10
A quiz from Iltalehti tests readers' knowledge of various abbreviations in Finnish.
Opportunity for Finns: Supo is looking for Russian and Chinese speakers without prior experience in espionage
The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) is actively seeking Finnish citizens with language skills in Russian or Chinese to take on roles in human intelligence gathering.
Will violin virtuoso Linda Lampenius win Eurovision for Finland?
Linda Lampenius could lead Finland to a potential victory at the Eurovision Song Contest with her Finnish-language entry, 'Liekinheitin', which emphasizes violin playing.
Ordinary Finns Soon to Send USB Sticks to Supo – Don’t Tell Anyone, If You Find Out
The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) is seeking language-skilled Finnish individuals for roles as personal intelligence agents, particularly those proficient in Russian or Chinese.
Could you pass the S2 test? Take a quiz that might surprise you – surprisingly few get all 12 correct
A quiz designed to test knowledge of Finnish grammar presents challenges even to native speakers, showcasing the complexities of learning Finnish as a second language.
Completely Unprintable Text on Viaplay – Finnish Skier Cursed as Much as He Could
Finnish skier Petteri Koivisto expressed strong frustration over his performance at the Falun World Cup, using explicit language during a post-race interview.
This list reveals whether your vocabulary's best-before date has expired – at least if you ask the youth
The article discusses contemporary slang phrases popular among Finnish youth, highlighting how language evolves and reflects societal changes.
One skill impresses in The Voice of Finland: 'And you speak so well?'
Saw Shane, a 38-year-old refugee from Myanmar, impresses judges on The Voice of Finland with both his singing talent and fluency in Finnish.
Ellen Jokikunnas was surprised by her son's special talent - Ralph, 9, now shares about his new life in Finland
Ellen Jokikunnas's 9-year-old adopted son Ralph has settled into life in Finland, showcasing his musical talent and adapting to the Finnish language and culture.
Anjali Bista studying in Kotka memorizes Finnish - language skills can earn thousands
Anjali Bista, a nursing student from Nepal studying in Kotka, Finland, emphasizes the importance of mastering the Finnish language for career opportunities in healthcare.
Reading of the key Swedish-Finnish novel: 'Now we speak in our own way'
The Swedish-Finnish community celebrates the literary contributions of Antti Jalava with a reading of his acclaimed novel, "Asfaltblomman," emphasizing the significance of cultural identity and language.
Macron Surprises with Clear Finnish Language
French President Emmanuel Macron has communicated in clear Finnish regarding Finnish President Alexander Stubb's visit to Paris, emphasizing the strengthening of strategic partnerships between France and Finland.
16 Finnish words that shouldn't be shouted worldwide
An article from Me Naiset discusses 16 Finnish words that, while seemingly innocent, have different, often inappropriate meanings in other languages, advising caution before using them abroad.
Mikko Rantanen's Body Language Attracts Attention – 'Only Makes It Worse'
Finnish star Mikko Rantanen's struggles in the Olympics highlight his frustration despite his team's success.
Unions: Cuts to integration education threaten hundreds of teaching jobs
Finnish teaching unions are opposing proposed cuts to integration education for immigrants that could jeopardize thousands of language education opportunities and hundreds of teaching jobs.
Rammstein Wanted Their New Album to Be Included in Anneli Niemistö's German Course – This is What Happened
Rammstein's record label reached out to a Finnish language course instructor to incorporate songs from their upcoming album into a German language course.
Asha Rani moved from India to Jyväskylä, and even though she didn’t know Finnish, she got her dream job
Asha Rani, who moved from India to Jyväskylä, Finland, managed to find her dream job as a baker despite not speaking Finnish.
Can you declinate Finnish first names? Only the brightest language genius gets 10/10
A quiz invites readers to test their knowledge of declension rules for Finnish first names, with guidance from language experts.
Are You Good in Your Mother Tongue? Test Yourself – The Best Easily Get 12 Correct
A Finnish language quiz challenges participants to test their skills against friends.
Vantaa Fails at Swimming Beaches – Now There Are Complaints
A Finnish ombudsman criticizes the city of Vantaa for not providing information in Swedish at public beaches, highlighting a violation of language laws in a bilingual city.
Do you use these 9 words? It can reveal where you are from in Finland
The article discusses how certain Finnish words can indicate a person's regional origin within Finland, highlighting the importance of language in cultural identity.
Language teachers concerned about the focus on English in language choices
The Finnish Association of Language Teachers expresses concern over the increasing focus on English in students' language choices, leading to a decline in the popularity of other foreign languages.
What words make up the name WSOY? Test your knowledge of abbreviations – Only a language expert can get 10/10
A quiz challenging readers to identify the words that make up the name of a renowned Finnish publishing company, WSOY, with a total of ten points available.
After-sweats: A grumpy Finnish sight at the Olympics opening
The Finnish Olympic team showcased its attire by Luhta at the opening ceremony, with suggestions that 'Finland' should be replaced by 'Suomi' on their jackets to promote pride in the Finnish language.
Abirekka is good Finnish, says Kotus
Language expert Henna Leskelä from the Institute for the Languages of Finland (Kotus) affirms that 'abirekka' is a commonly used term in Finnish, highlighting its established cultural significance despite ongoing corrections in media usage.
Risto's version of Runeberg's tart may confuse – Takes the language with it
Chef Risto Mikkola talks about the traditional Runeberg tart and his interpretation of it, emphasizing its deliciousness and suggesting it could be enjoyed throughout the year, not just on a specific day.
This test reveals if you are a language genius like Runeberg
A test is available today on Runeberg's Day to determine if participants possess language skills comparable to the renowned Finnish poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg.
British Ambassador Learned Finnish Amazingly Fast – Favorite Words Are 'Cute' and 'Bunny'
Laura Davies, the British Ambassador to Finland, quickly learned Finnish and expresses her love for the language, sharing her favorite words in an interview.