Signification
It pays to ask for directions.
Contexte culturel
Finns value self-reliance, but they value efficiency more. Asking for help is seen as a logical way to get things done correctly the first time. Estonians have a very similar proverb: 'Küsija suu pihta ei lööda' (The asker's mouth is not hit), which also encourages inquiry. While Swedes use 'Fråga får man' (One is allowed to ask), the Finnish proverb is considered more poetic and is sometimes used by Swedish-Finns. There is a shared cultural trait of 'low power distance,' meaning it is socially acceptable to ask questions of people in higher positions.
Use it to break the ice
If you are a foreigner in Finland, using this proverb when asking for help will immediately make the local smile and be more helpful.
Don't over-rely
While asking is good, Finns also value 'omatoimisuus' (initiative). Try to find the answer yourself first, then ask.
Signification
It pays to ask for directions.
Use it to break the ice
If you are a foreigner in Finland, using this proverb when asking for help will immediately make the local smile and be more helpful.
Don't over-rely
While asking is good, Finns also value 'omatoimisuus' (initiative). Try to find the answer yourself first, then ask.
Teste-toi
Täytä puuttuva sana sananlaskuun.
Ei kysyvä ______ eksy.
The correct case is the ablative 'tieltä' (from the road).
Mikä on sananlaskun tarkoitus?
Mitä 'Ei kysyvä tieltä eksy' tarkoittaa?
The proverb encourages seeking advice to avoid mistakes.
Missä tilanteessa käyttäisit tätä sananlaskua?
Valitse paras tilanne:
The proverb is perfect for encouraging someone who is unsure.
Täydennä keskustelu.
A: En tiedä miten tämä kone toimii. B: Kysy Pekalta, ______.
The proverb fits perfectly as a reason to ask Pekka for help.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesEi kysyvä ______ eksy.
The correct case is the ablative 'tieltä' (from the road).
Mitä 'Ei kysyvä tieltä eksy' tarkoittaa?
The proverb encourages seeking advice to avoid mistakes.
Valitse paras tilanne:
The proverb is perfect for encouraging someone who is unsure.
A: En tiedä miten tämä kone toimii. B: Kysy Pekalta, ______.
The proverb fits perfectly as a reason to ask Pekka for help.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, but mostly metaphorically. It's used more in offices and schools than on actual roads now.
Absolutely. It shows you are humble and want to do the job correctly.
It is the 'asker' or 'the one who is asking'. It comes from the verb 'kysyä'.
Expressions liées
Kysyvälle vastataan
similarThe one who asks will be answered.
Parempi kysyä kuin katua
similarBetter to ask than to regret.
Sokea johdattaa sokeaa
contrastThe blind leading the blind.
