Understanding clothing vocabulary is essential for anyone visiting, living in, or simply interested in Finnish language and culture. Whether you’re shopping for new clothes, describing what someone is wearing, or packing for your trip to Finland, knowing these words will help you navigate everyday conversations with ease.
Learn the Names of Clothes in Finnish
In this lesson, we introduce the most important clothing-related words in Finnish. The vocabulary is grouped into helpful categories so that you can learn in a structured and logical way. You will find Finnish words for everyday clothing, footwear, accessories, seasonal wear, and more.
All words are presented in a clear table format with their English equivalents. Next to each Finnish word, there is also a clickable audio icon so you can hear the correct native pronunciation and practice your speaking skills confidently.
What You’ll Learn in This Lesson
Our Finnish clothing vocabulary is divided into the following categories:
- Everyday Clothing – Shirts, pants, dresses, and more
- Footwear – Shoes, boots, and slippers
- Accessories – Hats, belts, sunglasses, and jewelry
- Undergarments and Sleepwear – From socks to pajamas
- Seasonal and Outerwear – Raincoats, winter jackets, and swimsuits
Each category is presented as a separate table, making it easy to review or focus on specific groups of words. Scroll down to explore the full vocabulary tables. Click the audio icons to hear how each word is pronounced by a native Finnish speaker. Practice regularly, and soon you’ll be able to talk about clothing confidently in Finnish.
Everyday Clothing
| English | Finnish with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Shirt | Paita |
| T-shirt | T-paita |
| Blouse | Pusero |
| Sweater / Jumper | Neule / Villapaita |
| Jacket | Takki |
| Coat | Päällystakki |
| Pants / Trousers | Housut |
| Jeans | Farkut |
| Shorts | Shortsit |
| Skirt | Hame |
| Dress | Mekko |
Footwear
| English | Finnish with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Shoes | Kengät |
| Boots | Saappaat |
| Sneakers | Lenkkarit |
| Sandals | Sandaalit |
| Slippers | Tohvelit |
| High heels | Korkokengät |
Accessories
| English | Finnish with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Hat | Hattu |
| Cap | Lippis |
| Scarf | Huivi |
| Gloves | Käsineet |
| Belt | Vyö |
| Sunglasses | Aurinkolasit |
| Watch | Rannekello |
| Earrings | Korvakorut |
| Necklace | Kaulakoru |
Undergarments and Sleepwear
| English | Finnish with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Underwear | Alusvaatteet |
| Bra | Rintaliivit |
| Underpants | Alushousut |
| Socks | Sukat |
| Pajamas / Pyjamas | Yöasu / Pyjama |
| Bathrobe | Kylpytakki |
Seasonal and Outerwear
| English | Finnish with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Raincoat | Sadetakki |
| Winter jacket | Talvitakki |
| Hoodie | Huppari |
| Beanie / Wool hat | Pipo |
| Mittens | Lapaset |
| Thermal underwear | Lämpökerrasto |
| Swimsuit | Uimapuku |
How to Use This Page
- Start with one category – For example, begin with “Everyday Clothing” and listen to each pronunciation.
- Repeat the words out loud – Practicing pronunciation helps you remember vocabulary longer.
- Use the words in sentences – Try forming simple sentences like Minulla on takki (I have a coat).
- Come back and review regularly – Revisiting vocabulary helps you build long-term retention.
Practice Makes Perfect
Don’t forget to explore other vocabulary lessons and themes once you’re familiar with clothing terms. The more you expose yourself to real language use, the more natural your learning process will become. Try combining this topic with lessons about colors, weather, or shopping to expand your ability to talk about clothing in real-life situations.