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How to Say "Love" in Finnish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
rakkaus
"Love" in Finnish 路 say it like rah-kah-oos

The most natural way to say "Love" in Finnish is rakkaus. 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

rakastaa
used when expressing love as a verb
rakastettu
used to refer to a beloved person

When to use it

You can use 'rakkaus' when talking about love in a general sense, such as love for family, friends, or romantic partners. It is suitable for both casual and formal contexts. When expressing love for someone, you might use 'rakastaa' instead.

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Examples in Finnish

FinnishEnglish
Rakkaus on t盲rke盲盲 el盲m盲ss盲.Love is important in life.
H盲nell盲 on suuri rakkaus musiikkiin.He has a great love for music.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'rakkaus' with 'rakastaa'; remember that 'rakkaus' is a noun and 'rakastaa' is a verb.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'rakkaus' and 'rakastaa'?

'Rakkaus' refers to the concept of love, while 'rakastaa' means to love someone.

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