Whether you’re heading to the Finnish countryside or simply curious about the animal kingdom in Finnish, this guide will help you get started. You’ll learn essential animal names across different categories — from pets and wild animals to birds and insects. Each word is paired with audio, so you can hear the correct Finnish pronunciation as you learn.
Use this free vocabulary list as a quick reference or as part of your Finnish learning routine. The animal names are grouped by theme, making it easier to memorize and review.
Common Pets
| English | Finnish with pronunciation |
|---|---|
| Dog |
koira |
| Cat |
kissa |
| Rabbit |
kani |
| Hamster |
hamsteri |
| Parrot |
papukaija |
| Goldfish |
kultakala |
Farm Animals
| English | Finnish with pronunciation |
|---|---|
| Cow |
lehmä |
| Pig |
sika |
| Sheep |
lammas |
| Goat |
vuohi |
| Horse |
hevonen |
| Chicken |
kana |
| Duck |
ankka |
Wild Animals
| English | Finnish with pronunciation |
|---|---|
| Bear |
karhu |
| Wolf |
susi |
| Fox |
kettu |
| Moose |
hirvi |
| Reindeer |
poro |
| Hare |
jänis |
| Lynx |
ilves |
Birds
| English | Finnish with pronunciation |
|---|---|
| Eagle |
kotka |
| Owl |
pöllö |
| Seagull |
lokki |
| Woodpecker |
tikka |
| Swallow |
pääsky |
Insects
| English | Finnish with pronunciation |
|---|---|
| Bee |
mehiläinen |
| Butterfly |
perhonen |
| Ant |
muurahainen |
| Dragonfly |
sudenkorento |
As you expand your vocabulary in Finnish, learning animal names helps you describe nature, tell stories, and understand everyday conversations more easily. Don’t forget to use the audio feature to get the pronunciation right—especially for longer or unfamiliar words.