Bedeutung
To be honest and direct.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Finns value honesty over social comfort. This phrase is a socially accepted way to initiate a difficult but necessary conversation. Similar values of directness exist in Sweden and Norway, though the specific idioms differ. Modern business environments value 'radical candor', which aligns perfectly with the usage of this Finnish phrase. The emphasis on individual conscience and truth-telling in Lutheranism has historically reinforced the value of such expressions.
Context is key
Use this phrase only when you are ready to be serious. It is a 'heavy' phrase.
Finnish directness
Don't be afraid to use this. Finns generally appreciate the honesty.
Bedeutung
To be honest and direct.
Context is key
Use this phrase only when you are ready to be serious. It is a 'heavy' phrase.
Finnish directness
Don't be afraid to use this. Finns generally appreciate the honesty.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.
Päätin vihdoin ____ ja kerroin hänelle totuuden.
The subject is 'minä' (I), so the possessive suffix must be '-ni'.
Which situation is appropriate for this phrase?
When should you use 'pitää suunsa puhtaana'?
The phrase is used for serious, honest communication, not casual talk.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Why are you so quiet?' B: 'I've been holding back, but I think it's time to ____.'
This is the correct idiom for expressing the need to be honest.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
3 AufgabenPäätin vihdoin ____ ja kerroin hänelle totuuden.
The subject is 'minä' (I), so the possessive suffix must be '-ni'.
When should you use 'pitää suunsa puhtaana'?
The phrase is used for serious, honest communication, not casual talk.
A: 'Why are you so quiet?' B: 'I've been holding back, but I think it's time to ____.'
This is the correct idiom for expressing the need to be honest.
🎉 Ergebnis: /3
Häufig gestellte Fragen
2 FragenIt can be, if used at the wrong time. It's best used for constructive honesty.
Yes, if you frame it professionally.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Sanoa suoraan
synonymTo say directly
Kiertää kuin kissa kuumaa puuroa
contrastTo beat around the bush
Puhua totta
similarTo speak the truth
Laskea kortit pöytään
similarTo lay cards on the table
