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How to Say "Bless you" in Finnish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Terveydeksi
"Bless you" in Finnish 路 say it like tehr-vey-dehk-see

The most natural way to say "Bless you" in Finnish is Terveydeksi. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Olkoon terve
more formal and less commonly used
Siunatkoon
used in some religious contexts

When to use it

You say 'Terveydeksi' when someone sneezes. It is a polite response that expresses good wishes. It is commonly used in everyday situations among friends and family.

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Examples in Finnish

FinnishEnglish
Ihminen aivasti, ja joku sanoi: Terveydeksi!A person sneezed, and someone said: Bless you!
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse it with 'terve', which means 'healthy' or 'hello'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Terveydeksi, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Finnish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a different phrase for sneezing in a formal setting?

In formal situations, you can use 'Olkoon terve', but it's less common.

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