Signification
Everything comes to an end.
Contexte culturel
In Finland, this phrase is often said with a small sigh and a smile. It reflects the national character of 'vaatimattomuus' (humility). Swedes use 'Allt gott har ett slut,' which is very similar, reflecting the shared Nordic cultural values of realism. Estonians say 'Kõik hea lõpeb kord,' which is linguistically very close to the Finnish version due to the shared language family. In international business contexts in Finland, this phrase is often used to signal the end of a successful contract period without causing alarm.
The Perfect Closer
Use this when you want to leave a social situation politely. It signals that you enjoyed yourself but it's time to go.
Avoid Tragedies
Never use this for serious loss or death. It sounds dismissive because of the word 'hyvä'.
Signification
Everything comes to an end.
The Perfect Closer
Use this when you want to leave a social situation politely. It signals that you enjoyed yourself but it's time to go.
Avoid Tragedies
Never use this for serious loss or death. It sounds dismissive because of the word 'hyvä'.
Master the 'Aikanaan'
Practice saying 'aikanaan' with a long final vowel. It's the key to sounding like a native.
Teste-toi
Täytä puuttuva sana (Fill in the missing word).
Kaikki hyvä loppuu _______.
'Aikanaan' is the fixed form used in this proverb.
Milloin voit sanoa tämän? (When can you say this?)
Ystäväsi on surullinen, koska loma loppuu.
This is the appropriate context for the proverb.
Täydennä keskustelu (Complete the dialogue).
A: 'Olipa upea konsertti!' B: 'Niin oli, mutta nyt se on ohi.' A: 'Niin, _________.'
The speaker is agreeing that the good experience has ended.
Yhdistä tilanne ja lause (Match the situation and the sentence).
Tilanne: Syöt viimeisen palan kakkua.
It's a common lighthearted way to comment on finishing a meal.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesKaikki hyvä loppuu _______.
'Aikanaan' is the fixed form used in this proverb.
Ystäväsi on surullinen, koska loma loppuu.
This is the appropriate context for the proverb.
A: 'Olipa upea konsertti!' B: 'Niin oli, mutta nyt se on ohi.' A: 'Niin, _________.'
The speaker is agreeing that the good experience has ended.
Tilanne: Syöt viimeisen palan kakkua.
It's a common lighthearted way to comment on finishing a meal.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsNot at all! It's very common among friends, especially when a fun night is ending.
Yes, but it's less common. People usually just say 'Kaikki loppuu aikanaan' for bad things.
It literally means 'in its time' or 'when its time comes.'
Yes, 'Kaikki loppuu aikanaan' is a very common shorter version.
Expressions liées
Loppu hyvin, kaikki hyvin
similarAll's well that ends well.
Kaikella on aikansa
similarEverything has its time.
Ei makeaa mahan täydeltä
contrastDon't have too much of a good thing.
Aika parantaa haavat
builds onTime heals all wounds.
