A2 Proverb フォーマル

onni suosii rohkeaa

fortune favors the bold

意味

Courage leads to success.

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文化的背景

Finns often value 'sisu' (grit), but 'onni suosii rohkeaa' is the specific phrase used for the moment of taking a leap of faith. It is very popular in the Finnish tech startup scene (e.g., Slush conference). The phrase originated as 'Audentes fortuna iuvat'. It was a reminder that the goddess Fortuna favored those who took action. This is a common motto for military units worldwide, including some in Finland, emphasizing that decisive action wins battles. In global corporate culture, this phrase is used to justify 'disruptive' innovation and aggressive market entry.

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The Partitive Rule

Always remember that 'suosii' is a partitive verb. If you change 'rohkeaa' to another word, it must also be in the partitive (e.g., 'onni suosii iloista ihmistä').

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Sisu vs. Rohkeus

Sisu is for the long haul; Rohkeus is for the first step. Use this phrase for the 'first step' moments.

意味

Courage leads to success.

💡

The Partitive Rule

Always remember that 'suosii' is a partitive verb. If you change 'rohkeaa' to another word, it must also be in the partitive (e.g., 'onni suosii iloista ihmistä').

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Sisu vs. Rohkeus

Sisu is for the long haul; Rohkeus is for the first step. Use this phrase for the 'first step' moments.

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Don't Overuse

It's a powerful phrase. If you use it for small things like choosing a movie, it sounds sarcastic.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word in the proverb.

Onni ______ rohkeaa.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: suosii

The standard verb in this proverb is 'suosii' (favors).

Which form of the word 'rohkea' is correct in this proverb?

Onni suosii _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: rohkeaa

The verb 'suosia' requires the partitive case, which is 'rohkeaa'.

In which situation is it MOST appropriate to say 'Onni suosii rohkeaa'?

Choose the best scenario:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Someone is nervous about giving a presentation for a new job.

The proverb is used to encourage calculated risks that lead to success.

Complete the dialogue.

A: En tiedä, uskallanko soittaa hänelle. B: Soita vain! Muista, että ______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: onni suosii rohkeaa

This is the most natural way to encourage a friend in this context.

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Finnish Bravery Proverbs

Formal/Neutral
Onni suosii rohkeaa Fortune favors the bold
Informal/Folk
Rohkea rokan syö The brave one eats the soup

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing word in the proverb. Fill Blank A2

Onni ______ rohkeaa.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: suosii

The standard verb in this proverb is 'suosii' (favors).

Which form of the word 'rohkea' is correct in this proverb? Choose A2

Onni suosii _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: rohkeaa

The verb 'suosia' requires the partitive case, which is 'rohkeaa'.

In which situation is it MOST appropriate to say 'Onni suosii rohkeaa'? situation_matching B1

Choose the best scenario:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Someone is nervous about giving a presentation for a new job.

The proverb is used to encourage calculated risks that lead to success.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: En tiedä, uskallanko soittaa hänelle. B: Soita vain! Muista, että ______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: onni suosii rohkeaa

This is the most natural way to encourage a friend in this context.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Yes! It's very common to send this to a friend who is about to do something nerve-wracking. You can even just send 'Onni suosii rohkeaa! 💪'

In this proverb, it is always 'rohkeaa' because of the verb 'suosii'.

It means both. The proverb implies that being brave brings you both success (luck) and a sense of fulfillment (happiness).

No, it's neutral. It works in a boardroom and at a coffee table.

The plural is 'Onni suosii rohkeita', but it's rarely used in the proverb form.

You can, and people will understand, but 'suosii' is the traditional word.

In Helsinki slang, you might hear 'Onni suosii rohkeeta', changing the ending to '-eta'.

Yes, they are 'cousin' concepts. Sisu is the fuel, and this proverb is the spark.

Better not. It can sound like you are saying they weren't brave enough. Use it *before* the attempt.

Extremely often. It's a favorite of Finnish CEOs and entrepreneurs.

関連フレーズ

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rohkea rokan syö

similar

The brave one gets to eat the soup.

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sisulla siitä selviää

builds on

You'll get through it with grit.

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ei kysyvä tieltä eksy

contrast

The one who asks doesn't get lost.

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uskallus on puoli ruokaa

similar

Daring is half the meal.

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