From FinlandLiving in Other, Finland (10:12 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 19, 2023
InterestsMusicArtPets & Animals
Hello there! My name is Anniina, and I'm a native speaker of Finnish. I'm a qualified singing and piano teacher. I also love to teach Finnish!
I have been teaching Finnish in iTalki for two years and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It's great to meet people from all over the world and gain new insights on the Finnish language! I'm learning from my students all the time :)
Before teaching Finnish, I was teaching music for three years. I also have experience from doing opera and various other music projects. As a classically trained singer, I know how to sing in many different languages!
My other interests include nature, painting, yoga, knitting, and a nice cup of coffee.
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Me as a Teacher
I believe that the most important part of language learning is speaking and communicating as much as possible. The more you do it, the more naturally you'll learn to express yourself in any language! Listening to native-level speech is also essential—especially the real, everyday language that people actually use. In Finnish, for instance, spoken language can be quite different from the formal version.
I'm an empathetic and patient teacher, and I can easily adjust my speaking pace and style to suit any level. My lessons are relaxed and supportive, creating a safe space for learning. I'm always happy to tailor the lessons to each student's individual needs.
My lessons & teaching style
I offer structured beginner lessons with clear topics (introductions, work, hobbies, etc.), useful vocabulary, and plenty of repetition. I also provide text materials and homework. For more advanced learners, conversation practice is key—once you're ready to express yourself more freely, I recommend booking a Conversation Practice lesson. I can also check and polish your written texts into natural, convincing Finnish. If you need help translating your CV or cover letter, get in touch!
I'm happy to support you not only with the language, but also with integrating into life in Finland! Feel free to ask any questions about life in Finland, Finnish culture, different dialects, etc.
My teaching material
PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Articles and news
Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
160
Students
1,430
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
160
Students
1430
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Finnish Lessons
Trial Lesson
94 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Finnish Basics for Beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials581 lessons completed
USD 31.03+
Package with 15% off
Conversation Practice
B1 - C2Conversation672 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 15% off
Proofreading / Written Finnish Practice
B2 - C2Language Essentials60 lessons completed
USD 31.03+
Package with 15% off
YKI-testi prep
B1 - B2Language Essentials23 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 15% off
Availability
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Podcast (7)
43 Reviews
Fatimat Odusote
2 Finnish lessons
The class was interesting and enjoyed every bit of the class spent with Annina.
Nov 14, 2025
T***
9 Finnish lessons
Anniina is a very kind and experienced teacher. She is patient during conversations and knows effective methods for helping her students. A great person for language learners of all levels!
Jul 22, 2025
Brahim Knioui
4 Finnish lessons
I want to express my gratitude for your excellent Finnish lessons. Your teaching style is clear, engaging, and well-structured, making learning Finnish much easier and more enjoyable. You always explain things patiently and encourage me to practice, which helps build confidence in speaking . I truly appreciate your dedication and the effort you put into making each lesson effective. Kiitos paljon!
Mar 14, 2025
Fatimat Odusote
2 Finnish lessons
Anniina is calm, attentive and gave a lesson structured plans tailored to my need.
My teacher is indeed a tutor.
Nov 8, 2025
ELISA
1 Finnish lesson
Relaxed and practical first lesson, kiitos!
Jul 4, 2025
Jenny
19 Finnish lessons
Lessons with Anniina are great! I really enjoy our conversations, she gives you the opportunity to speak and the atmosphere is totally relaxed. Paljon kiitoksia :-)