Where can i learn the finnish language BEFORE i go to Finland?

<h3>Where can i learn the finnish language BEFORE i go to Finland?</h3>

I am planning on visiting Finland in the next few years and i would like to know the language before i get there so i can communicate with people if i need to (and i probably will). So i need to know how or where i can learn it.


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<p><i>Answer by Remy</i><br/>You can use a free web-based program like livemocha.com or you can buy a variety of programs at places like Borders or Barnes & Noble. Rosetta Stone is arguably the best language learning software out there, but it's also very expensive. I like livemocha.com because it's a good alternative to Rosetta Stone and uses the same principles of immersion and you can interact with native speakers and have them review your submissions, including your accent.</p>
<p><strong>Rauma, Finland</strong>
<img alt="Finland" src="http://farm1.staticflickr.com/151/382742282_7c53dbb550.jpg" width="400"/><br/>
<i>Image by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/40351463@N00/382742282">paula soler-moya</a></i>
Situated on the Gulf of Botnia, Rauma is one of the oldest harbours in Finland. Built around a Franciscan monastery, where the mid-15th-century Holy Cross Church still stands, it is an outstanding example of an old Nordic city constructed in wood. Although ravaged by fire in the late 17th century, it has preserved its ancient vernacular architectural heritage. UNESCO WHS description.</p>

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