뜻
Focusing on the future.
문화적 배경
The phrase is linked to 'Sisu'. Finns value the ability to endure hardship and keep moving without complaining. 'Katsoa eteenpäin' is the linguistic expression of this stoicism. In Finnish companies, 'eteenpäin katsominen' is a key leadership trait. It is often contrasted with 'peräpeiliin katsominen' (looking in the rearview mirror), which is seen as a waste of time. Finnish athletes are famous for their post-match interviews where they almost always say 'katsotaan eteenpäin' regardless of the result, showing a focus on the process. The hashtag #eteenpäin is used by influencers and regular people alike to mark a new chapter in life, such as a new job or a fitness journey.
The Pivot Technique
Use this phrase to end a conversation about a problem and start one about a solution.
Not for Parties
Remember, don't use this to say you are excited for a party. Use 'odottaa innolla'!
뜻
Focusing on the future.
The Pivot Technique
Use this phrase to end a conversation about a problem and start one about a solution.
Not for Parties
Remember, don't use this to say you are excited for a party. Use 'odottaa innolla'!
Add 'Tästä'
Saying 'Tästä eteenpäin' (From here forward) makes you sound very native and decisive.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Nyt on aika unohtaa menneet ja katsoa _______.
'Eteenpäin' is the only word that completes the idiom meaning 'to look forward'.
Which sentence is correct for 'I am excited about the party'?
Miten sanot: 'I am looking forward to the party'?
'Katsoa eteenpäin' is for general future focus; 'odottaa innolla' is for specific excitement.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: 'Hävisimme pelin.' B: 'Ei se mitään, meidän täytyy vain _______.'
In sports, after a loss, the standard response is to look forward to the next game.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Katso eteenpäin!' literally?
The literal meaning is used for physical safety and direction.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Nyt on aika unohtaa menneet ja katsoa _______.
'Eteenpäin' is the only word that completes the idiom meaning 'to look forward'.
Miten sanot: 'I am looking forward to the party'?
'Katsoa eteenpäin' is for general future focus; 'odottaa innolla' is for specific excitement.
A: 'Hävisimme pelin.' B: 'Ei se mitään, meidän täytyy vain _______.'
In sports, after a loss, the standard response is to look forward to the next game.
When would you say 'Katso eteenpäin!' literally?
The literal meaning is used for physical safety and direction.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문No, that would be 'Odotan tapaamistamme innolla'. 'Katsoa eteenpäin' is too abstract for that.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The opposite is 'katsoa taaksepäin' (to look backward/reflect).
Yes, 'Katsoimme eteenpäin' (We looked forward).
Usually, but it can also just mean 'planning' without a specific emotional tone.
Yes, always written as one word in this context.
Yes, but that sounds more like 'looking into the future' (predicting) than 'moving on'.
Yes, very often in Finnish pop and rap music about overcoming struggles.
Just say 'Katso eteenpäin!'
It doesn't take an object case, but often uses the elative 'mistä' (from where).
관련 표현
mennä eteenpäin
similarTo move forward / to progress.
katsoa taaksepäin
contrastTo look back / reflect on the past.
odottaa innolla
similarTo look forward to something with excitement.
suunnata katse
specialized formTo direct one's gaze.
