What's inside SuomiSpeak
More Finnish learning content than any other app — and growing every month.
The only app built from the ground up for Finnish learners. Master 4,500+ words, 29 grammar topics, all 15 noun cases, speaking, and Finnish culture — from A1 to C1.
Purpose-built for Finnish — not a generic language app with Finnish bolted on.
The largest curated Finnish vocabulary of any learning app — organized by CEFR levels from A1 (beginner) to C1 (advanced). Each word includes Google Wavenet audio pronunciation, part of speech, and example usage.
Practice Finnish completely voice-driven — no typing needed. Daily challenges, speed modes, topic filters, and smart speech recognition that handles Finnish pronunciation. English→Finnish and Finnish→English directions.
Read engaging Finnish stories with side-by-side translations and comprehension quizzes. Build reading skills naturally while expanding your vocabulary in context.
From verb conjugation to all 15 Finnish noun cases — nominative, genitive, partitive, and every other case. Dedicated drills with detailed explanations and examples.
Multiple choice, type-the-answer, fill-in-the-blank, dictation, and 50 writing exercises with AI feedback. Varied practice keeps learning engaging and effective.
Train your ear with 53 native-quality Finnish audio passages. Dictation exercises, comprehension questions, and adjustable playback speed from beginner to advanced.
Stay motivated with daily streaks, XP tracking, 30 achievement badges, and customizable study plans. Track your progress across every skill.
Cultural notes and quizzes about Finnish traditions, sauna culture, nature, sisu, and daily life. Understand the culture behind the language.
More Finnish learning content than any other app — and growing every month.
See why SuomiSpeak is the best choice for learning Finnish.
| Feature | SuomiSpeak | Duolingo | Mondly | Pimsleur | FinnishPod101 | Ling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finnish-specific app | ✓ Yes | Beta | Generic | Generic | ✓ Yes | Generic |
| Vocabulary | 4,500+ words | ~1,100 | ~5,000 | ~300 – 500 | ~2,000 | ~1,000 |
| CEFR Level Range | A1 – C1 | A1 – A2 | A1 – A2 | Basic | A1 – A2 | A1 – A2 |
| Grammar Topics | 29 topics | Removed | Limited | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Noun Case Drills | ✓ All 15 | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Hands-Free Speaking | ✓ Daily + modes | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Speaking Scenarios | 65 conversations | Limited | ✓ | ✓ Audio | ✗ | ✓ |
| Finnish Stories | 60 stories | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Listening Practice | 53 passages | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Writing Exercises | 50 prompts | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Dictation | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cultural Notes | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | Limited | ✗ |
| Price (monthly) | $2.99 | $13 | $10 – 13 | $20 | $8 – 25 | $9 – 15 |
| Lifetime Option | $44.99 | ✗ | $199+ | ✗ | ✗ | $150 |
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Guides and resources to help you on your Finnish learning journey.
A complete guide to Finnish noun cases — what they mean, when to use them, and how to practice each one with real examples.
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