🇫🇮 Finnish phrases

How to Say "I like you" in Finnish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Pidän sinusta
"I like you" in Finnish · say it like pee-dan see-noos-ta

The most natural way to say "I like you" in Finnish is Pidän sinusta. 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

Tykkään sinusta
More casual and commonly used among friends
Pidän sinusta paljon
Emphasizes that you like the person a lot

When to use it

You can use this phrase to express your feelings towards someone in a friendly or romantic way. It is appropriate in both casual and slightly more formal contexts. Use it when you want to show appreciation for someone's company or personality.

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Examples in Finnish

FinnishEnglish
Pidän sinusta, olet mukava.I like you, you are nice.
Tykkään sinusta, haluaisitko lähteä kahville?I like you, would you like to go for coffee?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'rakastan' (I love) instead of 'pidän' or 'tykkään', which is too strong for liking someone.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Can I use this phrase in a professional setting?

It's better to avoid using it in professional contexts unless you have a friendly relationship with the person.

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