<p>Although you can get by in <b>Finland</b> without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. <b><i>Fast Talk Finnish </i></b>is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence.</p><p>Ask where to find the best cocktail in Helsinki, order a delicious plate of gravlax, or go looking for quirky souvenirs and haggle for a bargain.</p><p>Essential phrases to meet all your travel needs</p><p>How to get local recommendations</p><p>Easy-to-use pronunciation guides</p><p>Expert tips to boost your confidence</p><p><b>About Lonely Planet: </b>Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we''ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community