Finnish · Greetings & Phrases
Moi
Hi / Bye (casual)
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
A casual greeting used both when meeting and leaving.
Example
Moi! Nähdään huomenna.
Hi! See you tomorrow.
Etymology
'Moi' originates from the northern dialectal word 'mo', which is a diminutive form of addresses in Finnish. It reflects a friendly or familiar context similar to 'hi' in English.
How & Where It’s Used
'Moi' is an informal greeting mainly used in spoken Finnish. It is popular among younger populations and in casual settings, often used in various regions of Finland.