Suurentuneilla

Suurentuneilla is a Finnish phrase that translates to "in big dreams" or "with big dreams." The phrase consists of "suuret" meaning "big" or "large" and "uneilla" derived from "uni" meaning "dream" with the "-illa" suffix indicating the inessive case, suggesting location or state.

This expression is commonly used in Finnish to describe ambitious aspirations or grand plans that someone may have. It can refer to both personal goals and professional ambitions. The phrase carries a slightly whimsical or optimistic connotation, suggesting that the dreams are not just ordinary but particularly expansive or bold.

In Finnish culture, the concept of having big dreams is often viewed positively, with the language having several expressions to articulate different scales of ambition. Suurentuneilla specifically emphasizes the magnitude of one's aspirations rather than their feasibility or practicality.

The phrase appears in various contexts from everyday conversation to literature, often used to encourage others or to self-motivate. It reflects the Finnish appreciation for both practicality and the importance of maintaining ambitious goals, even if they seem unattainable at first glance.