Tuleeko

Tuleeko is a Finnish verb form used to ask whether something will happen or arrive. It combines the verb tulla, meaning “to come,” with the question particle -ko/-kö, producing the common interrogative meaning “will it come” or “is it coming.” The form tuleeko is widely used in everyday speech to inquire about future or upcoming events, goods, or arrivals.

In Finnish, future meaning is often expressed with the present tense, so tuleeko relies on context to convey whether something is expected to occur soon or later. The question particle attaches to the present or future-oriented verb form, and is compatible with various subjects and objects. The construction can thus ask about things like services, deliveries, plans, or people’s attendance.

Examples:

- Tuleeko kahvia? (Will coffee be served?/Is coffee coming?)

- Tuleeko ruokaa? (Will there be food?)

- Tuleeko hän paikalle? (Is he coming here/Will he come?)

Usage notes:

- Tuleeko can modify many verbs and phrases, making it a versatile tool for checking availability, timing, or permission.

- It is common in spoken Finnish and in customer-service or event contexts, as a natural way to confirm arrangements.

See also:

- The Finnish question particle -ko/-kö

- Tulla, the verb meaning “to come” in Finnish.