Days of the week in Finnish

Learn How to Say the Days of the Week in Finnish

If you’re planning a trip to Finland, diving into Finnish culture, or just adding a new language to your list, knowing how to say the days of the week is one of the most practical first steps. This essential vocabulary will help you arrange meetings, schedule events, and talk confidently about your plans—whether it’s Monday morning or the weekend getaway.

Below is a simple table of the seven days of the week in Finnish, alongside their English equivalents. This is foundational vocabulary that will come up often in daily life and conversation.

These common terms and expressions will help you talk about time more fluently, such as referencing parts of the week or making general statements about your schedule.

How To Practice These Words

Try using each word in a simple sentence like “Tänään on maanantai” (“Today is Monday”) or “Viikonloppuna matkustan” (“I’m traveling on the weekend”). The more you see and hear these words in context, the easier they’ll stick.

Continue Learning Finnish

Want to expand your Finnish vocabulary? Check out our next lessons on Months in Finnish or Colors in Finnish.