Signification
You are responsible for your choices.
Contexte culturel
The phrase reflects the 'Sisu' spirit — taking ownership of your fate and not complaining when things go wrong due to your own choices. Similar bed-related proverbs exist in Sweden and Norway, showing a shared cultural history of domestic life and the importance of the home environment. The proverb aligns with the Lutheran work ethic prevalent in Finland, where hard work is seen as a moral duty and success as its natural reward. In the age of startups and tech, this phrase is often used to describe 'failing fast' or the results of a poorly planned software launch.
Use it for results
Use this phrase when you see a clear result of someone's previous work, whether good or bad.
Don't be too mean
Be careful using this with friends who are sad; it can sound like you are blaming them.
Signification
You are responsible for your choices.
Use it for results
Use this phrase when you see a clear result of someone's previous work, whether good or bad.
Don't be too mean
Be careful using this with friends who are sad; it can sound like you are blaming them.
Teste-toi
Täytä puuttuvat sanat sananlaskuun.
Niin ______ kuin ______.
The standard form uses 'makaa' (lies) and 'petaa' (makes the bed).
Missä tilanteessa voit sanoa 'Niin makaa kuin petaa'?
Valitse sopiva tilanne:
The phrase is used when a result is caused by one's own actions or lack thereof.
Täydennä keskustelu.
A: 'Olen todella väsynyt, koska valvoin koko yön pelaten videopelejä.' B: 'No, ______.'
Speaker B is pointing out that Speaker A's tiredness is their own fault.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesNiin ______ kuin ______.
The standard form uses 'makaa' (lies) and 'petaa' (makes the bed).
Valitse sopiva tilanne:
The phrase is used when a result is caused by one's own actions or lack thereof.
A: 'Olen todella väsynyt, koska valvoin koko yön pelaten videopelejä.' B: 'No, ______.'
Speaker B is pointing out that Speaker A's tiredness is their own fault.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, though they might use 'Sitä saa mitä tilaa' more often, everyone understands this proverb.
Yes! If someone succeeds because they worked hard, it's a great way to acknowledge their effort.
'Pedata' is the infinitive (to make the bed). 'Petaa' is the conjugated form (he/she makes the bed).
Expressions liées
Sitä saa mitä tilaa
synonymYou get what you order.
Jokainen on oman onnensa seppä
similarEveryone is the blacksmith of their own fortune.
Minkä taakseen jättää, sen edestään löytää
similarWhat you leave behind, you will find in front of you.
