How to say “Please” in Finnish
The most common way to say “please” in Finnish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Ole hyvä
Frequently asked
How do you say "Please" in Finnish?
"Please" in Finnish is "Ole hyvä". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Ole hyvä" written in Finnish?
"Ole hyvä" is the standard written form in Finnish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Ole hyvä" in Finnish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Ole hyvä" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Ole hyvä" mean in English?
"Ole hyvä" is the Finnish way of saying "Please" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Please" in Finnish?
Many languages — including Finnish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Ole hyvä" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Finnish spoken?
Finnish is spoken by an estimated 6 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Finnish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Finnish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Ole hyvä" or any other Finnish text.