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.

695 Lessons
Teacher Natalie
Multi-lingual licensed teacher, movies and music lover and a future pilot I'm a patient type of a teacher. I always listen to my students and I always customize my lessons in order to meet the needs of my students. I think that the fact that I enjoy teaching can also be seen in my lessons. I always take time to think about the lesson plan in order to give the best to the student. !!!Cancellation or rescheduling is possible only 24hrs (or more) before the lesson. After that, no rescheduling is accepted and the lesson will be considered as complete. No exceptions. Thank you.!!!

404 Lessons
Maria Hyväri
Qualified native Finnish teacher with years of experience in online teaching I have a master's degree as a French and English teacher, in addition to which I'm a native Finnish speaker. I'm passionate about learning and teaching languages and have lived and taught in Finland, France, Spain, US, and China since I graduated in 2016. I have been teaching Finnish, English and French full time online for over three years now.

4,644 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!

3,276 Lessons
Jerian
Years of experience in language tutoring Do you want to practice applying your passive linguistic knowledge? Or are you a beginner looking for guidance? As someone who has tutored pupils from all walks of life, from absolute beginners to advanced learners, I can be of help at any stage. I can speak both formal and casual Finnish and Swedish, and I recommend that you specify which one you want to practice. Although I'm quite familiar with grammatical and other theory, I try to teach everything through context to make it meaningful. That way learning is engaging and fun, and it's easier to wrap one's head around things that way. I value that pupil enjoys the learning process and gets to freely choose the conversation topics.

957 Lessons
Pihla-Maria
A becoming teacher in Swedish as a second language and PE As a teacher I am engaging and caring. I care about students' needs and I do my best in order to help students to reach their goals. A good teacher gives room for the student to speak and to think, and that is what I aim to do when teaching. I get exited every time I can successfully learn a student something new and see a development, it is very rewarding to me. My strengths are my own background as language learner since I know how one can learn a language depending on whether it is supposed to be used in social contexts or at school in more academic situations.

243 Lessons
Jenni
Experienced and Certified Native Finnish Teacher I have been a certified teacher since 2014 and am specialized in teaching customized communicative Finnish. I specialize in teaching A1 and A2 level students, helping them build a solid foundation in Finnish with clear explanations and practical exercises. With over 10 years of experience in specialized Finnish language instruction, I understand the challenges beginners face and how to overcome them. My students have found my lessons clear, well-structured, and encouraging – making their learning experience both effective and enjoyable. If you want to invest in yourself and want a teacher who will support you in learning Finnish with a structured and proven approach, I’d love to help.

394 Lessons
Anastasia
I am a community tutor here on Italki. I have previously tutored pupils at primary schools, and I also tutor nurse students who are moving to Finland. I am a patient, kind and positive teacher. I believe in teaching things that you will actually be able to use in your life. I will help you with topics that you want to learn, and teach you both grammar and vocabulary in a balanced way. When it comes to Finnish, I can teach you both spoken and written Finnish, and we can even dabble in some slang that people use in daily conversations in the capital region.

417 Lessons
Iiris
MA in Finnish language, with 2 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.

7,197 Lessons
Juho
As a teacher I'm very detail-oriented and I have a deep understanding of how Finnish works. I'm always enthusiastic for those moments of realization with my students when they come to understand confusing parts of Finnish. My students value my corrections and notes.

907 Lessons
Lauri Niemelä
Certified Finnish teacher with more than 8 years of teaching experience In my work I strive to respect the values of self-authority and open communication. I am a strong proponent of positive reinforcement. Learning something new always involves a degree of vulnerability, and I believe that vulnerability should be met with respect, patience, and encouragement. I enjoy having interactive lessons where we exchange ideas and thoughts, especially about languages. I believe in being open about my own shortcomings — every language has vast and unfamiliar areas, even for professionals.

2,020 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.

46 Lessons
Pilvi
Internationally raised MBA student with a background in early childhood education Most important to me as a teacher is that you try and feel empowered through the learning process. Mistakes are part of the learning journey. I love to challenge my students to take steps beyond what they believe they are capable of. However I don't push you beyond your limits, but I will always help you when I see you are stuck. I also acknowledge our different personalities and will learn the approach you prefer me to have in supporting you, whether it's to give more space or to be more intently present.

2 Lessons
Hanna Kontio
Enseñando finés en español desde 2019 ¡Para mí lo más importante es que disfrutes del aprendizaje! Nada de presiones, exigencias etc. Estoy convencida que todo es cuestión de práctica, y mientras mejor te la pases, más vas a aprender. Como tutora me considero paciente y motivadora, y quiero crear un ambiente amigable donde te sientas a gusto y sin miedo de equivocarte. Quiero ayudarte a poder hablar finés desde el principio lo más posible, y cuando sea necesario, te explico las cosas en español.

3,651 Lessons
Pinja
☆ 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.

239 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. I'm currently studying to become a Finnish as a foreign language teacher.

4 Lessons
Jarkko
As a teacher I am encouraging, and try to activate my students to use as much Finnish as possible. People usually tell me they can be themselves in my company. This no stress state helps them to express themselves better in Finnish as the brain has no reason to activate the sympathetic nervous system (fight/flight/freeze response) which would compromise higher brain functions. I have about 2000 hours of teaching experience, mostly online but also face to face.

2,180 Lessons
Maija
初めての方もようこそ!🇫🇮 I have teaching experience for Japanese students online and face-to-face, individual students and groups up to 11 persons in private language schools. I believe that speaking practice should be prioritized as early as possible in learning process. Using new words while speaking is a great way for memorizing them. I know how scary it is to speak in a language that you have just started studying. Don’t worry about making mistakes, we will practice at your space! I always tailor my lessons according to my students’ needs and interests, either it’s for applying for a school or work, for daily or traveling usage, or other. Note: I do not have particular experience in teaching children.

2,480 Lessons
Maureen
SALE! ALENNUS! Puhu kuin natiivi! Speak like a native! In my classes, we’ll focus on speaking Finnish to help you build confidence quickly. I believe starting to speak early is key to speeding up the learning process. My lessons provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can practice and make mistakes without fear.

2,845 Lessons
Heidi
Experienced Finnish teacher I love teaching and helping people. I consider that languages enable cultural interaction and broaden one's horizons. I have experience in teaching English both to children and adults in Spain. Finnish I've taught online since 2018. I personalize my lessons according to my students and use teaching strategies that suit them best.

Iida
I have extensive experience teaching all ages a variety of subjects. I have taught Finnish, English, software development, graphic design, as well as illustration. I am patient, understanding, and prioritize fostering a comfortable, relaxed environment for all of my students. I am committed to providing a comprehensive, professional and structured approach to language acquisition, ensuring you gain both practical skills and cultural understanding in Finnish.