Learn Finnish online from expert Finnish tutors
At italki, we provide a variety of Finnish classes and courses, taught by qualified tutors. Whether you're a beginner or aiming to improve your language skills, our flexible learning options cater to your needs.
Miriam Paavola
Improve your Finnish skills and fluency with the help of a friendly tutor! I have a teaching degree in English Language and Teaching from the University of Greenwich, England, as well as a Master's degree in Multilingual Communication and Translation from Tampere University, Finland, giving me a strong knowledge base in language acquisition and efficient ways to teach a language. As a teacher, I like to create a friendly and relaxed learning environment, where my students do not have to be afraid of making mistakes. I would also encourage my students to experiment with different learning styles to find which methods motivate them the most to keep going, not forgetting to have a little fun during the process!
Marianne Sofia
Native Finnish Speaker & Multilingual Language Enthusiast – Let’s Master Finnish Together! Based on your learning goals, I incorporate a variety of materials to keep your lessons engaging and enjoyable. Regular practice is essential for mastering a language, and I’ll support you every step of the way. Together, we'll work through vocabulary, sentence structure, grammar, and much more—offering valuable tips to make your learning experience both effective and fun.
Maria Nova
Certified Finnish teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience Do you want to get positive emotions from learning a foreign language? Do you want to be healthy and feel great? Learning a foreign language is a sport that requires regular and proper training. At the same time, this is a method of relaxation. I am an experienced certified teacher of Finnish language with 20 years of teaching experience in 8 countries. In 2010 I switched to online teaching. Now I use the newest online platforms and online boards for exercises. With the Finnish language, I help everyone who needs it as an immigration language, a language in a family, for work and study, or just as a hobby. I speak 6 languages and have a BBA, so I also help in international activities.
16 Lessons
Kristiina
As a Community Tutor, I am approachable and easy to talk to. I like lessons where you learn a lot while also having fun.
120 Lessons
Kat
Better Known As "KatChats Finnish" on YouTube 🗣️ Conversational Focus: Whether you're a beginner wanting to practice simple sentences or a seasoned learner let's tailor your lessons to your specific goals, interests, and learning pace. I want to encourage you to speak Finnish so let's have conversations, practice pronunciation, and build your confidence in using the language (especially puhekieli!) 😊 🌟 Encouraging and Supportive: Learning Finnish can be challenging, but I'm here to provide a supportive and encouraging environment. 🤗 Easy to Talk To: I want you to feel comfortable expressing yourself, asking questions, and making mistakes. I will speak clearly and slowly and I'm super patient so don't worry too much :)
842 Lessons
Marianna
Adults and kids welcome :) Multilingual professional with a subsequent education and job experience. We will focus on your future study or career aspirations. My classes will be prepared according to your level, wants and needs. I will try to find suitable learning styles to meet your goals. Kanssani suomen kielen oppiminen on helppoa ja mukavaa!
1 Lessons
Ivan
As a teacher I am very flexible and have personal approach for every student. I always pay attention to your personal needs in language learning and prepare materials exactly for you.
11 Lessons
Siru Laine
Multilingual teacher of Finnish and Esperanto My main goal as a teacher is to make the student feel relaxed and confident. My lessons are a safe space and I focus on the positive things.
3,364 Lessons
Pinja
☆ New students welcome ☆ Private and group lesson ☆ YKI preparation I have a degree in Social Science and a I’m a certified teacher. I got my teacher certificate in 2015 and since then I have been teaching Finnish and English. I enjoy giving private lessons, because this way I'm able to personalize the lessons for the student’s goals and interests. In addition I have worked with schools and companies providing group and individual lessons. I also have written language books for Finnish students. As a teacher, I believe that I can help the students to grow as learners and to reach their goals. I'm passionate about education and always strive to do the best for my students. I personalize lessons for each student according to their needs and interests.
268 Lessons
Sylvia
Let's talk, and read honest stuff about life - with a native Finnish teacher After years of studying all these different languages, I understand the pain of learning new grammar, and the frustration when trying to express yourself without having the right words. Instead of drowning students in new rules of the language or gluing their noses into to the books.. My main goal is to keep the lesson topics always interesting, touching topics that are useful on a daily basis, with emphasis on vocal communication skills! With me you get to talk, sign, read poems and articles, write whatever challenges you. Finnish language is quite a special one, and it would be an honour to support your journey to become fluent in Finnish, while learning more about the country!
439 Lessons
Satu
Multilingual Qualified Teacher | Special lessons for geeks! | open & patient I am a qualified English and French teacher but I fell in love with teaching Finnish! I have several years of teaching experience in different settings. I've taught Finnish on Italki and in a company teaching Finnish to internationals hoping to move to Finland. Before that, I've also taught French in secondary school and English in vocational school in Finland. When it comes to my teacher persona, I am a kind, patient open-minded person - not at all like your worst fear of a super-reserved, cold Finn. That said, I'm still a Finn!
1,955 Lessons
Ville
Having climbed the “mountain of fluency” in two foreign languages, I know exactly how hard and frustrating the journey can be, but I also know how rewarding and satisfying finally making it to the top is. To me, wrapping your head around a completely new way of thinking that often comes with achieving fluency in a language is one of the best feelings I know, and I want to share it with you. As someone with a strong background in science, my specialty is scientific communication and technical writing. I also think my experience in grappling with abstract scientific concepts has taught me to explain grammatical concepts and semantic nuances in a concise and easily understandable way.
873 Lessons
Anniina
YKI-testi prep available! I believe that in language learning, the main thing is that you talk and communicate as much as you can. When you keep doing that, you can't help but learn to express yourself better in any language! Listening to native level language is also crucial - especially hearing the actual spoken language that natives speak! Spoken Finnish, for example, is quite different from formal Finnish. I'm an emphatic and patient teacher and I can adjust my speaking pace and style to any level. In my lessons, you will feel relaxed and safe. As a music teacher I know that a supportive atmosphere is vital for learning! I'm also more than happy to adjust the lessons to student's needs.
29 Lessons
Anna
Become a confident Finnish-speaker with me! 핀란드어 말하기를 재밌게 공부합시다! Lär dig tala naturlig finska! I’ve worked as a language teacher for both kids and adults, and I self study myself. My philosophy for language learning consists of two pillars: 1. A versatile variety of input and practice, with different levels of effort required. 2. Free speaking. Speaking is the missing piece of most conventional language learning. It’s also for sure the scariest part. I would love to help you gain confidence as a Finnish speaker (even if you are a total beginner) so that you can have positive interactions actually putting to use the things you have learned.
3,939 Lessons
Alexandra
A modern-day language coach I am fluent in Finnish and Russian, both spoken and written, as both are my native languages. I consider myself a very patient and open-minded person with good listening skills. Do you feel nervous or afraid when you speak Finnish? Are you seeking a friendly environment for conversation? I’m here to support and guide you through the language hurdles you’re encountering. Together, we’ll ensure your language learning journey is as seamless as possible!
790 Lessons
Lauri Niemelä
Certified Finnish teacher with 6 years of teaching experience In my work I strive to respect the values of self-authority and open communication. Generally I am flexible, but demanding. I try to recognize, when a student needs encouragement to reach the goals the student has set for him/herself. I like to have interactive lessons exchanging ideas and thoughts, specifically about languages. I try to be open about my own shortcomings: there are vast new and strange areas in every language, even for professionals.
1,387 Lessons
Ida
As a teacher, I focus on helping students build confidence in their speaking skills, believing that conversation is key to mastering any language. Having personally learned many languages, I understand the challenges and joys of language learning from a learner's perspective, which helps me relate to my students and guide them effectively. My approach is dynamic and interactive, encouraging students to practice real-life communication while developing their grammar and vocabulary naturally. I strive to create a supportive, engaging environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves in their new language.
226 Lessons
Oleg
I'm patient, considerate and attentive to what students are saying and asking, I try to encourage them and decrease any stress by means of using materials and teaching helps best suited for each particular student.
619 Lessons
Tuija Honkamäki
El finlandés tiene fama de ser un idioma difícil, pero yo creo que el problema no es la dificultad sino que tiene una lógica diferente a la del español o el inglés. Por eso, al principio hay que sumergirse en la estructura del idioma (qué es super interesante! y que además explica un poco la forma de ver el mundo de los finlandeses). (Ahora) esto no quiere decir que vamos a dejar la práctica de lado. Vamos a utilizar el idioma desde la primera clase.
205 Lessons
Iiris
MA in Finnish language, with 1,5 years of experience in Finnish language teaching My previous students often commented I am patient and calm. During my career as a Finnish teacher, I have taught many students from different cultures and backgrounds. I understand well that people are different, and we learn a language by different ways and speed. I believe it is my strength that I myself learned Finnish as an adult. I understand well how it is like to learn Finnish from learners' perspectives, and I have a lot of experience to share my journeys if someone is interested in. At the same time, I am professional with a lot of experience in teaching online. I try to offer a class, that students feel a bit more confident or feel closer to Finnish language after each lesson.