Language/Croatian/Vocabulary/Travel-and-Transportation
In this lesson, we will explore basic Croatian vocabulary related to travel and transportation. Whether you are planning a trip to Croatia or simply want to expand your language skills, this lesson will provide you with the essential words and phrases you need to navigate the country with ease. We will cover various modes of transportation, directions, and useful expressions for travel situations. So let's get started!
Modes of Transportation[edit | edit source]
When it comes to traveling in Croatia, there are several modes of transportation to choose from. Here are some common ones:
Car[edit | edit source]
Croatia has a well-developed road network, making traveling by car a popular choice. If you are planning to rent a car, it's important to know the following vocabulary:
| Croatian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| automobil | a-woh-mo-beel | car |
| vozač | voh-zach | driver |
| put | poot | road |
| autocesta | ow-toh-tsehs-ta | highway |
| parkiralište | pahr-kee-rah-leesh-teh | parking lot |
Bus[edit | edit source]
Buses are a convenient and affordable way to travel within Croatia and between cities. Here are some useful words and phrases related to bus travel:
| Croatian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| autobus | ow-toh-boos | bus |
| autobusna stanica | ow-toh-boos-na stah-nee-tsa | bus station |
| linija | lee-nee-yah | line |
| vozni red | vohz-nee red | timetable |
| karta | kar-ta | ticket |
Train[edit | edit source]
Trains are another popular mode of transportation in Croatia, especially for longer journeys. Here are some key words and phrases related to train travel:
| Croatian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| vlak | vlahk | train |
| željeznički kolodvor | zhe-lye-zneech-kee ko-lohd-vor | train station |
| peron | peh-ron | platform |
| vozni red | vohz-nee red | timetable |
| karta | kar-ta | ticket |
Airplane[edit | edit source]
If you are traveling to or from Croatia by air, here are some useful words and phrases related to air travel:
| Croatian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| zrakoplov | zrah-koh-plov | airplane |
| zračna luka | zrahch-na loo-kah | airport |
| polazak | poh-lah-zak | departure |
| dolazak | doh-lah-zak | arrival |
| putovnica | poo-toh-vnee-tsa | passport |
Directions[edit | edit source]
Knowing how to ask for directions and understand the responses is crucial when traveling in Croatia. Here are some essential words and phrases related to directions:
Asking for Directions[edit | edit source]
When asking for directions, you can use the following questions:
- Kako doći do...? (How do I get to...?)
- Gdje je...? (Where is...?)
- Kako mogu doći do...? (How can I get to...?)
Giving Directions[edit | edit source]
When giving directions, you can use the following phrases:
- Idite ravno. (Go straight.)
- Skrenite lijevo/desno. (Turn left/right.)
- Na semaforu skrenite desno. (Turn right at the traffic lights.)
- Na raskrižju skrenite lijevo. (Turn left at the intersection.)
Useful Expressions[edit | edit source]
In addition to transportation and directions, there are some useful expressions that can come in handy while traveling in Croatia. Here are a few examples:
- Hvala. (Thank you.)
- Molim vas. (Please.)
- Izvolite. (Here you go.)
- Koliko košta? (How much does it cost?)
- Govorite li engleski? (Do you speak English?)
Now that you have learned some basic Croatian vocabulary related to travel and transportation, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises to help you reinforce what you have learned.
Exercises[edit | edit source]
Exercise 1: Vocabulary Recall[edit | edit source]
Match the Croatian words with their English translations.
| Croatian | English |
|---|---|
| automobil | a. highway |
| autobusna stanica | b. bus |
| vlak | c. train |
| zračna luka | d. car |
| put | e. airport |
Solution:
- automobil - d
- autobusna stanica - b
- vlak - c
- zračna luka - e
- put - a
Exercise 2: Directions Practice[edit | edit source]
Read the following directions and answer the questions.
1. Idite ravno, pa skrenite desno na semaforu. Gdje trebate skrenuti? 2. Skrenite lijevo na raskrižju. Kako trebate skrenuti? 3. Na semaforu skrenite desno, pa idite ravno. Gdje trebate skrenuti?
Solution: 1. Desno 2. Lijevo 3. Desno
Congratulations! You have completed the exercises.
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Your #1 Best Guide To Croatian Words About Transportation! - Ling ...
- Chapter 3 - Useful Travel Words in Croatian - Visit Croatia
- How To Speak To A Taxi Driver In Croatian | Chasing the Donkey
- Croatian phrasebook – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
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