Significado
Referring back to something already said.
Contexto cultural
Finns value 'asia' (the matter/fact) over ego. 'Kuten sanottua' is preferred over 'kuten sanoin' because it focuses on the information rather than the person who said it. In Finnish meetings, efficiency is key. Using this phrase signals that you are not introducing new information, but summarizing, which helps keep the meeting on track. Finnish academic writing is very precise. 'Kuten sanottua' is used to build a logical chain of evidence throughout a thesis. On Finnish Twitter or Jodel, 'kuten sanottua' is often used to shut down an argument by pointing out that the point has already been made.
Use it as a 'Bridge'
Use this phrase when you feel you are repeating yourself. It makes the repetition sound intentional and professional.
Don't overdo it
Using it in every sentence makes you sound like a broken record. Use it once or twice per conversation.
Significado
Referring back to something already said.
Use it as a 'Bridge'
Use this phrase when you feel you are repeating yourself. It makes the repetition sound intentional and professional.
Don't overdo it
Using it in every sentence makes you sound like a broken record. Use it once or twice per conversation.
The 'A' is Key
If you forget the 'a' at the end of 'sanottua', you sound like a beginner. Practice saying 'sanottua' until the ending feels natural.
Polite Repetition
In Finland, repeating yourself can be seen as rude. 'Kuten sanottua' is the magic key that makes repetition polite.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Kuten ________, olemme jo myöhässä.
The fixed expression always uses the partitive form 'sanottua'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to refer back to a previous point in a meeting?
Choose the best option:
'Kuten sanottua' is the standard neutral/formal form.
Match the Finnish phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the pairs:
All these follow the same 'kuten + passive participle' pattern.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase.
A: 'Onko meillä vielä maitoa?' B: 'Ei, ________ kaupassa, se loppui jo aamulla.'
'Kuten sanottua' fits perfectly to refer back to a previous conversation about groceries.
Match the phrase variation to the correct register.
Match the register:
Understanding register is key for B2 learners.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
5 ejerciciosKuten ________, olemme jo myöhässä.
The fixed expression always uses the partitive form 'sanottua'.
Choose the best option:
'Kuten sanottua' is the standard neutral/formal form.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
All these follow the same 'kuten + passive participle' pattern.
A: 'Onko meillä vielä maitoa?' B: 'Ei, ________ kaupassa, se loppui jo aamulla.'
'Kuten sanottua' fits perfectly to refer back to a previous conversation about groceries.
Match the register:
Understanding register is key for B2 learners.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is neutral to formal. You can use it with your boss or your friends, but it's very common in professional settings.
Technically yes, but 'kuten sanottua' is much more common and sounds more natural to native speakers.
'Kuten sanottua' is 'as said' (passive), while 'kuten sanoin' is 'as I said' (active). The passive version is more objective.
Yes, in standard written Finnish, a comma usually follows 'kuten sanottua' when it starts a sentence.
Only if you are replying to a previous email or referring to a previous conversation.
Yes, it is the direct equivalent of 'as mentioned' or 'as previously stated'.
Hold the 't' sound for a split second longer than a single 't'. It's like a tiny pause in the middle of the word.
Yes, it's very common in texts to confirm plans.
On its own, it means 'something that has been said' (in the partitive case).
The most common slang version is 'niinku mä sanoin' or just 'niinku sanottu'.
Frases relacionadas
kuten mainittua
synonymas mentioned
kuten todettua
similaras stated/observed
kuten luvattua
builds onas promised
kuten tavallista
similaras usual
kuten sanoin
similaras I said
