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How to Say "Excuse me" in Finnish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Anteeksi
"Excuse me" in Finnish 路 say it like ahn-tehk-see

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Finnish is Anteeksi. 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

Anteeksi paljon
used to express a stronger apology
Anteeksi, ett盲 h盲iritsen
more formal, used when interrupting someone

When to use it

Use 'anteeksi' when you want to politely interrupt someone or when you need to apologize for a minor inconvenience. It is suitable in both casual and formal situations. You can use it when bumping into someone or when asking a question in a crowded place.

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Examples in Finnish

FinnishEnglish
Anteeksi, voisitko auttaa minua?Excuse me, could you help me?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'anteeksi' in situations where politeness is expected.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Anteeksi, 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

When should I use 'anteeksi'?

Use it whenever you need to apologize or get someone's attention politely.

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