Signification
Affecting someone's opinion of you.
Contexte culturel
Finns value 'teot ennen sanoja' (deeds before words). Making an impression is best done through showing skill rather than talking about it. In Finnish business, punctuality and honesty make a bigger impression than charismatic sales pitches. Over-the-top romantic gestures can sometimes be seen as 'vaivaannuttava' (awkward). A subtle, genuine impression is often preferred. Students are encouraged to show critical thinking to impress teachers, rather than just memorizing facts.
The 'Into' Rule
Always remember that you make an impression *into* someone. Use the Illative case!
Don't Overdo It
In Finland, trying too hard to 'tehdä vaikutus' can backfire. Keep it natural.
Signification
Affecting someone's opinion of you.
The 'Into' Rule
Always remember that you make an impression *into* someone. Use the Illative case!
Don't Overdo It
In Finland, trying too hard to 'tehdä vaikutus' can backfire. Keep it natural.
Use 'Lähtemätön'
If you really want to sound advanced, use 'tehdä lähtemätön vaikutus' for something truly life-changing.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'tehdä'.
Minä ______ vaikutuksen häneen eilen.
The word 'eilen' (yesterday) requires the past tense 'tein'.
Choose the correct case for the person being impressed.
Hän haluaa tehdä vaikutuksen ______.
The phrase 'tehdä vaikutus' requires the Illative case (-an/en/in/on/un/yn/än/ön).
Complete the dialogue.
A: Miten työhaastattelu meni? B: Hyvin! Luulen, että ______ vaikutuksen pomoon.
In Finnish, you 'make' (tehdä) an impression, you don't 'give' or 'get' it in this context.
Match the sentence to the situation.
Sentence: 'Tämä puhe teki minuun lähtemättömän vaikutuksen.'
A powerful speech is a perfect context for a 'lasting impression'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMinä ______ vaikutuksen häneen eilen.
The word 'eilen' (yesterday) requires the past tense 'tein'.
Hän haluaa tehdä vaikutuksen ______.
The phrase 'tehdä vaikutus' requires the Illative case (-an/en/in/on/un/yn/än/ön).
A: Miten työhaastattelu meni? B: Hyvin! Luulen, että ______ vaikutuksen pomoon.
In Finnish, you 'make' (tehdä) an impression, you don't 'give' or 'get' it in this context.
Sentence: 'Tämä puhe teki minuun lähtemättömän vaikutuksen.'
A powerful speech is a perfect context for a 'lasting impression'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsTechnically yes, but it's 99% used for positive or neutral-strong impressions. For bad ones, use 'antaa huono kuva'.
'Vaikutus' is the impact/effect you make. 'Vaikutelma' is the feeling or 'vibe' someone gets. You 'tehdä vaikutus' but you 'antaa vaikutelma'.
Use 'vaikutus' for a completed action ('Tein vaikutuksen'). Use 'vaikutusta' for negative sentences ('En tehnyt vaikutusta') or ongoing effort.
Yes! A beautiful sunset or a fast car can 'tehdä vaikutus' on someone.
Expressions liées
antaa hyvä kuva
similarto give a good image/impression
vakuuttaa joku
builds onto convince/assure someone
lummota
specialized formto enchant or charm
olla vaikuttunut
synonymto be impressed
