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Lithuanian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Friendship and Social Life

Friendship and social life are essential elements of human existence, transcending cultures and languages. In Lithuania, as in other countries, the ability to connect with others through friendship is invaluable. This lesson will guide you through the essential vocabulary and phrases you'll need to navigate social situations, make new friends, and foster connections in Lithuanian.

Whether you're meeting someone at a local café, joining a community event, or simply chatting with new acquaintances, knowing how to express yourself in these contexts will enrich your experience in Lithuania.

In this lesson, we will cover:

• Common phrases used in socializing

• Vocabulary related to friendship

• Different ways to express emotions and sentiments

• Practical examples and scenarios to help you apply what you learn

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid foundational vocabulary to help you engage in conversations about friendship and social life.

Common Social Phrases

Let's start with some foundational phrases that are commonly used in social interactions. These phrases will help you initiate conversations and keep them flowing smoothly.

Lithuanian	Pronunciation	English
Labas!	[ˈlɑ.bɐs]	Hello!
Kaip sekasi?	[kɐip ˈsɛ.kɐ.si]	How are you?
Aš esu...	[aʃ ˈɛ.su]	I am...
Malonu tave sutikti!	[mɐˈlɔ.nu ˈtɐ.vɛ suˈti.kʲtʲi]	Nice to meet you!
Kuo tu vardu?	[kuo tu ˈvɐr.dʊ]	What is your name?
Ar nori išgerti kavos?	[ar ˈnɔ.ri iʃˈɡɛr.tʲi ˈkɑ.vɔs]	Do you want to have coffee?
Kas naujo?	[kɑs ˈnɐu.jɔ]	What's new?
Iki pasimatymo!	[ˈi.ki pɑ.siˈmɪ.tɐ.mɔ]	Until we meet again!
Ačiū!	[ˈa.tʃʲu]	Thank you!
Prašau!	[ˈprɑ.ʃɔu]	You're welcome!

Vocabulary Related to Friendship

In this section, we will explore vocabulary that specifically pertains to friendship. Knowing these words will help you discuss friendships and express your feelings toward friends.

Lithuanian	Pronunciation	English
Draugas	[ˈdrɑʊɡɐs]	Friend
Draugystė	[drɐʊˈɡis.tʲe]	Friendship
Geras draugas	[ˈɡɛ.rɐs ˈdrɑʊ.ɡɐs]	Good friend
Artimas draugas	[ˈar.ti.mɐs ˈdrɑʊ.ɡɐs]	Close friend
Senas draugas	[ˈsɛ.nɐs ˈdrɑʊ.ɡɐs]	Old friend
Patikimas draugas	[pɐ.tiˈki.mɐs ˈdrɑʊ.ɡɐs]	Trustworthy friend
Bendrauti	[bɛnˈdrɑu.tʲi]	To socialize
Bendraujantis	[bɛnˈdrɑu.jɐn.tis]	Socializing
Pasitikėjimas	[pɑ.si.tiˈkʲe.ji.mɐs]	Trust
Parama	[pɐˈrɐ.mɐ]	Support

Expressing Emotions and Sentiments

Now that we've covered some basic phrases and vocabulary, let's look at how to express emotions and sentiments in the context of friendship. These phrases will help you share how you feel about your friends and your relationships.

Lithuanian	Pronunciation	English
Aš myliu tave!	[aʃ ˈmi.lʲu ˈtɐ.vɛ]	I love you!
Man patinka!	[mɐn pɐˈtʲiŋ.kɐ]	I like you!
Tu esi puikus draugas!	[tu ˈɛ.si ˈpu.i.kʊs ˈdrɑʊ.ɡɐs]	You are a great friend!
Aš vertinu mūsų draugystę!	[aʃ ˈvɛr.tʲi.nʊ ˈmuː.sʊ drɑʊˈɡis.tʲe]	I appreciate our friendship!
Aš jaučiuosi laimingas!	[aʃ jɔʊˈtʃʊo.si ˈlɐi̯.mɪn.ɡɐs]	I feel happy!
Man liūdna be tavęs.	[mɐn ˈlʲuːd.nɐ bɛ ˈtɐ.vɛs]	I feel sad without you.
Mes turime puikų ryšį!	[mɛs ˈturɪ.mɛ ˈpu.i.kʊ ˈrʲiː.ʃʲi]	We have a great connection!
Aš tikiu tavimi!	[aʃ ˈtʲi.kʲu ˈtɐ.vɪ.mɪ]	I believe in you!
Ačiū už viską!	[ˈa.tʃʲu uʒ ˈvɪs.kɐ]	Thank you for everything!
Tu man esi svarbus!	[tu mɐn ˈɛ.si ˈsvɐr.bʊs]	You are important to me!

Practical Examples and Scenarios

To reinforce your learning, let’s explore some practical scenarios where you can apply these phrases and vocabulary. We will create dialogues based on real-life situations.

Scenario 1: Meeting a New Friend

Setting: A local café where you meet someone new.

• You: Labas! Kaip sekasi? (Hello! How are you?)

• New Friend: Labas! Gerai, ačiū. O tu? (Hello! Good, thank you. And you?)

• You: Aš esu... (I am...)

• New Friend: Malonu tave sutikti! (Nice to meet you!)

• You: Ar nori išgerti kavos? (Do you want to have coffee?)

Scenario 2: Expressing Appreciation

Setting: After spending time with a friend.

• You: Ačiū už viską! (Thank you for everything!)

• Friend: Nėra už ką! (You're welcome!)

• You: Mes turime puikų ryšį! (We have a great connection!)

• Friend: Taip, aš vertinu mūsų draugystę! (Yes, I appreciate our friendship!)

Exercises

To help solidify your understanding of the vocabulary and phrases we've covered, here are some exercises.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct Lithuanian word or phrase.

1. Labas! Kaip ______? (How are you?)

2. Aš ______ esu... (I am...)

3. ______ tavo vardas? (What is your name?)

4. Ačiū! ______ už viską! (Thank you for everything!)

Solutions:

1. sekasi

2. (insert your name)

3. Kuo

4. Ačiū

Exercise 2: Match the Phrases

Match the English phrases with their Lithuanian equivalents.

1. I love you!

2. What's new?

3. You are a great friend!

4. Until we meet again!

Solutions:

1. Aš myliu tave!

2. Kas naujo?

3. Tu esi puikus draugas!

4. Iki pasimatymo!

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Dialogue

Using the vocabulary and phrases you learned, write a short dialogue between yourself and a friend meeting for coffee.

Example Solution:

You: Labas! Kaip sekasi? (Hello! How are you?)

Friend: Labas! Gerai, ačiū! O tu? (Hello! Good, thank you! And you?)

Exercise 4: Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences into Lithuanian.

1. I appreciate our friendship.

2. You are important to me.

Solutions:

1. Aš vertinu mūsų draugystę.

2. Tu man esi svarbus.

Exercise 5: Role Play

Pair up with a classmate and role-play a scenario where you meet someone new at a party. Use as many phrases from this lesson as possible.

Solutions:

Students should engage in a dialogue using the phrases they have learned.

Conclusion

In this lesson, we delved into the vocabulary related to friendship and social life in Lithuanian. We explored common phrases, vocabulary for friendships, and ways to express emotions. With these tools, you can better navigate social contexts and build connections in Lithuania.

Remember that practice is key! Use these phrases in your daily interactions, and don't hesitate to reach out to new friends and engage in conversations. The more you practice, the more confident you will become in your language skills.

Now, go out there and make some friends!

Table of Contents - Lithuanian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Lithuanian

• Alphabet and Pronunciation
• Basic Sentence Structure

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Greetings and Introductions

• Common Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Gender and Declension
• Personal Pronouns

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Telling Time

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Dining Out

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Describing People and Things
• Comparatives and Superlatives

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Common Prepositions
• Connecting Ideas

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Shopping and Services

• Shopping Vocabulary
• Banking and Postal Services

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Lithuanian Traditions and Customs

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Traditional Cuisine

Sources

• 50 Amazing Basic Words And Phrases In Lithuanian - Ling App

Other Lessons

• Dining Out
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Drinks
• Time and Scheduling
• How to say Good Bye?
• Asking and Answering Questions About Names and Nationalities
• Family
• Health
• Business