뜻
To end a contract or relationship.
문화적 배경
In Finnish work culture, 'sanoa irti' is a serious legal step. There is a strong emphasis on 'irtisanomissuoja' (protection against dismissal), meaning an employer cannot just say someone irti without a valid reason. The concept of 'irtisanomisaika' (notice period) is very standard. Usually, it is 1-3 months. Saying something irti doesn't mean it ends today, but that the clock starts ticking. Finns value 'clean breaks'. Using 'sanoa irti' in a relationship context, while harsh, is often respected for its clarity compared to 'ghosting'. The single word 'irtisanoa' is used in all official Finnish laws (Työsopimuslaki). 'Sanoa irti' is the everyday spoken equivalent.
The 'Itsensä' Rule
Always remember 'itsensä' when quitting. If you forget it, people will think you are firing your boss!
Written Notice
In Finland, even if you 'sanot irti' verbally, you almost always need to do it in writing (kirjallisesti) for it to be legally binding.
뜻
To end a contract or relationship.
The 'Itsensä' Rule
Always remember 'itsensä' when quitting. If you forget it, people will think you are firing your boss!
Written Notice
In Finland, even if you 'sanot irti' verbally, you almost always need to do it in writing (kirjallisesti) for it to be legally binding.
Relationship Weight
Using this for a breakup is very cold. Use 'erota' for a more emotional or mutual parting.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing reflexive pronoun to say 'I quit'.
Minä sanon _______ irti tästä työstä.
To resign, you must use the reflexive accusative 'itseni'.
Which sentence correctly describes canceling a phone plan?
Miten sanot, että lopetat puhelinliittymän?
You terminate the 'liittymä' (subscription/plan) in the accusative case.
Match the phrase to the situation.
1. Sanoa itsensä irti, 2. Sanoa työntekijä irti, 3. Sanoa vuokrasopimus irti
1=B (Quitting), 2=A (Firing), 3=C (Moving).
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
A: Miksi olet surullinen? B: Pomo ______ minut ______ eilen.
The past tense 'sanoi' is needed for an action that happened yesterday.
Use the correct case for 'sopimus' (contract).
Meidän on pakko sanoa tämä _________ irti.
In this 'on pakko' (must) structure, the object is in the nominative-looking accusative (no -n).
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
5 연습 문제Minä sanon _______ irti tästä työstä.
To resign, you must use the reflexive accusative 'itseni'.
Miten sanot, että lopetat puhelinliittymän?
You terminate the 'liittymä' (subscription/plan) in the accusative case.
1. Sanoa itsensä irti, 2. Sanoa työntekijä irti, 3. Sanoa vuokrasopimus irti
1=B (Quitting), 2=A (Firing), 3=C (Moving).
A: Miksi olet surullinen? B: Pomo ______ minut ______ eilen.
The past tense 'sanoi' is needed for an action that happened yesterday.
Meidän on pakko sanoa tämä _________ irti.
In this 'on pakko' (must) structure, the object is in the nominative-looking accusative (no -n).
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, but it sounds very final and a bit like a business transaction. It implies you are terminating the 'contract' of the relationship.
'Irtisanoa' is the formal compound verb used in writing. 'Sanoa irti' is the phrasal version used in speaking.
No, it can also mean quitting if you use 'sanoa itsensä irti'.
Usually the accusative (e.g., 'sopimuksen'), because the act of terminating is a completed action.
No, it is the standard, neutral way to resign. It's not rude, just clear.
Yes, that is the perfect way to say you are canceling your gym membership.
It is the 'notice period'—the time you must continue working or paying rent after you have said the contract irti.
No, for hanging up a phone, use 'sulkea puhelin' or 'lopettaa puhelu'.
Yes, 'antaa kenkää' (to fire) or 'ottaa loparit' (to quit).
You can say 'Minut sanottiin irti' (passive) or 'Sain potkut' (informal).
관련 표현
päästää irti
similarTo let go (physically or emotionally)
purkaa sopimus
specialized formTo annul/rescind a contract immediately
irtisanoutua
synonymTo resign
antaa potkut
informalTo fire someone (literally 'to give kicks')
