Significado
To notice and remember something.
Contexto cultural
Finns value 'asiallisuus' (professionalism). Noticing details without making a fuss is a sign of a reliable person. In meetings, 'laittaa merkille' is used to acknowledge points without necessarily agreeing or disagreeing yet. The phrase has roots in tracking and hunting, where 'merkit' (signs) in nature are crucial for survival.
Use with 'että'
The easiest way to use this phrase is with an 'että' clause. It avoids tricky case endings for the object.
Don't say 'ottaa'
English speakers always want to say 'ottaa merkille'. Resist the urge! It's always 'laittaa' or 'panna'.
Significado
To notice and remember something.
Use with 'että'
The easiest way to use this phrase is with an 'että' clause. It avoids tricky case endings for the object.
Don't say 'ottaa'
English speakers always want to say 'ottaa merkille'. Resist the urge! It's always 'laittaa' or 'panna'.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Laitoin ______ , että hän oli ostanut uudet kengät.
The standard phrase is 'laittaa merkille'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct and natural?
Choose the best option:
Option B uses the correct verb 'laittaa' and the 'että' clause correctly.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of the phrase.
A: 'Miksi katsot häntä niin tarkasti?' B: 'Minä vain ______ hänen outoa käytöstään.'
All variations (laittaa, panna, pistää) are correct depending on the desired nuance and register.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosLaitoin ______ , että hän oli ostanut uudet kengät.
The standard phrase is 'laittaa merkille'.
Choose the best option:
Option B uses the correct verb 'laittaa' and the 'että' clause correctly.
A: 'Miksi katsot häntä niin tarkasti?' B: 'Minä vain ______ hänen outoa käytöstään.'
All variations (laittaa, panna, pistää) are correct depending on the desired nuance and register.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
3 preguntasClose, but 'laittaa merkille' is more intentional. 'Huomata' can be accidental, while 'laittaa merkille' implies you are consciously registering the information.
Yes, it's very common in texting when discussing news or social observations. 'Laitoin merkille et se on taas täällä' (I noticed he's here again).
In modern speech, 'laittaa' is more common. In formal writing, 'panna' is slightly more traditional. Both are 100% correct.
Frases relacionadas
panna merkille
synonymTo take note (formal)
pistää merkille
similarTo notice quickly
huomioida
similarTo take into account
kiinnittää huomiota
builds onTo pay attention to
