Signification
Leaving the house for leisure.
Contexte culturel
Finnish social life often starts late. Being 'menossa ulos' at 10 PM is very common, as bars stay open until 4 AM. The concept of 'etkot' (pre-party) is essential. You are often 'menossa ulos' only after spending hours at a friend's house. In winter, 'menossa ulos' requires 'kerrospukeutuminen' (layering clothes). The phrase implies a transition from heavy winter gear to indoor party clothes. Friday is 'perjantai-pullo' day for some, but for the younger generation, it's the primary night for being 'menossa ulos'. Nature is never far. Sometimes 'menossa ulos' literally means going to a park with a 'piknik-kori' (picnic basket) during the summer.
Use 'juuri'
Add 'juuri' (just) to say you are literally at the door: 'Olen juuri menossa ulos.'
Ulos vs. Ulkona
Never say 'menossa ulkona'. It's a very common mistake that sounds like you are walking in circles outside.
Signification
Leaving the house for leisure.
Use 'juuri'
Add 'juuri' (just) to say you are literally at the door: 'Olen juuri menossa ulos.'
Ulos vs. Ulkona
Never say 'menossa ulkona'. It's a very common mistake that sounds like you are walking in circles outside.
The 'Meno' vibe
Remember that 'meno' implies energy. Using this phrase makes you sound active and social.
Invitations
If someone says 'Me ollaan menossa ulos,' it's often an indirect invitation for you to ask if you can join.
Past Tense
Use 'olin menossa' to explain why you didn't answer a call earlier.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'olla' and 'mennä'.
Minä ______ ______ ulos ystävieni kanssa.
The subject is 'Minä' (I), so the verb 'olla' must be 'olen'.
Which sentence is correct for asking a friend about their plans?
A) Oletko menossa ulkona? B) Oletko menossa ulos? C) Oletko menossa ulos ovesta?
'Ulos' is the correct directional form for social going out.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Mitä teet? B: ______ ______ ______ juuri nyt, nähdään huomenna!
The speaker is currently in the process of leaving ('juuri nyt').
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are putting on your shoes and your mom calls.
You are in the state of leaving, but not yet outside.
Use the past tense.
Me ______ ______ ulos, kun alkoi sataa lunta.
'Olimme' is the past tense for 'we'.
🎉 Score : /5
Aides visuelles
Ulos vs. Ulkona
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesMinä ______ ______ ulos ystävieni kanssa.
The subject is 'Minä' (I), so the verb 'olla' must be 'olen'.
A) Oletko menossa ulkona? B) Oletko menossa ulos? C) Oletko menossa ulos ovesta?
'Ulos' is the correct directional form for social going out.
A: Mitä teet? B: ______ ______ ______ juuri nyt, nähdään huomenna!
The speaker is currently in the process of leaving ('juuri nyt').
Situation: You are putting on your shoes and your mom calls.
You are in the state of leaving, but not yet outside.
Me ______ ______ ulos, kun alkoi sataa lunta.
'Olimme' is the past tense for 'we'.
🎉 Score : /5
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsTechnically yes, but it sounds like you're going to have fun. Better to say 'Olen menossa töihin'.
'Menen ulos' is a simple action. 'Olen menossa ulos' is a state of being in the process of going.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
It's the inessive form of 'meno' (going/movement). It means 'in the state of going'.
Yes, it means 'I am going in'. It follows the same grammar pattern.
Use 'En ole menossa ulos'.
Usually, but it can also mean going for a walk or meeting someone for coffee.
'Ulos' is the standard destination. 'Ulospäin' means 'outwards' and is too vague here.
No, it's too casual. Use 'Olen poissa toimistolta' (I am away from the office).
It's a verb form (3rd infinitive) acting like a noun in this structure.
Then you are 'ulkona'. You can' be 'menossa ulos' if you are already there.
Yes, 'lähtee viihteelle' or 'mennä radalle'.
Expressions liées
lähteä ulos
similarTo leave to go out
käydä ulkona
similarTo go outside briefly
mennä viihteelle
specialized formTo go out for entertainment
olla liikkeellä
similarTo be out and about
mennä radalle
slangTo go partying hard
poistua kotoa
formalTo leave home
