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Being able to ask for and understand directions is a crucial skill for anyone traveling to a foreign country.

In this lesson, we will cover the essential vocabulary and phrases you need to ask for directions in Lithuanian, including understanding street signs, landmarks, and common phrases.

Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: Dining Out & Family Members.

Vocabulary

First, let's start with some basic Lithuanian vocabulary related to asking for directions:

Lithuanian	Pronunciation	English
Keli	/kɛli/	Road
Gatvė	/ˈɡatvʲe/	Street
Vaizdas	/ˈvɐi̯z.dɐs/	View/sight
Tilto	/ˈtɪltɔ/	Bridge
Kairė	/kɐi̯ˈrʲe/	Left
Dešinė	/dæˈʃiːnʲeː/	Right
Toli	/ˈtɔlɪ/	Far
Arti	/ˈaːrtʲɪ/	Near
Įeiti	/iː.ɛɪti/	To enter
Išeiti	/iː.ʃɛɪti/	To exit
Susisukti	/susɪˈsʊktɪ/	To turn
Važiuoti	/vɐˈʒʊɔtɪ/	To go/ride/drive
Prieš	/ˈprʲiːʃ/	Opposite
Šalia	/ˈʃɐlʲɐ/	Next to
Tiesiai	/tʲɪsʲɐi/	Straight ahead
Sustoti	/sʊˈstɔtɪ/	To stop
Pirmas	/ˈpʲirmɐs/	First
Antras	/ˈɐntrɐs/	Second

Phrases

• A: Atsiprašau, ar kalbate anglų kalba?

 - Excuse me, do you speak English?

• B: Taip, kalbu. Kaip galiu jums padėti?

 - Yes, I do. How can I help you?

• A: Aš esu pasiklydęs / pasiklydusi (for females). Ar galėtumėte man padėti rasti <place>?

 - I am lost. Can you help me find <place>?

• B: Kaip nueiti į <place>?

 - How do I get to <place>?

• A: Ar toli nuo čia?

 - Is it far from here?

• B: Ne, tai gana arti. Eikite tiesiai, tada pasukite į kairę / dešinę.

 - No, it's quite close. Go straight, then turn left / right.

• A: Jis yra kairėje / dešinėje pusėje?

 - It's on the left / right side?

• B: Taip, jis yra šalia <landmark>.

 - Yes, it's next to the <landmark>.

• A: Jis yra paskui / priekyje <landmark>?

 - It's behind / in front of <landmark>?

• B: Ne, jis yra šalia <landmark>. Kur yra artimiausia autobusų stotelė / traukinių stotis?

 - No, it's next to <landmark>. Where is the nearest bus stop / train station?

• A: Artimiausia autobusų stotelė yra už kampo, o traukinių stotis yra prieš kelias gatves.

 - The nearest bus stop is around the corner, and the train station is a few streets away.

• B: Kiek kainuoja taksi į <place>?

 - How much is a taxi to <place>?

• A: Tai priklauso nuo atstumo, bet vidutiniškai tai kainuoja apie 10 eurų.

 - It depends on the distance, but on average, it would cost around 10 euros.

Cultural Information and Interesting Facts

Lithuania is a small country located in Northern Europe, situated between Latvia, Belarus, Poland, and the Baltic Sea. Its capital and largest city is Vilnius, a beautiful and historic city with a rich cultural heritage. When traveling around Lithuania, you will come across many charming towns and villages, each with its own unique character and attractions.

Lithuania has an extensive public transportation system, including buses, trolleybuses, trams, trains, and taxis. Vilnius, as well as some other cities, has a bike-sharing system called "Cyclocity," which is a great and eco-friendly way to explore the sights of the city.

Lithuania has a rich history, and this can be seen in its architecture, museums, and art collections. Be sure to visit the Hill of Crosses, which is a pilgrimage site with thousands of crosses of different sizes, shapes, and designs. You should also visit Trakai Castle, built in the 15th century on an island in a picturesque lake. In Vilnius, the Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture.

Practice

Let's now practice asking for and giving directions in Lithuanian.

1.Translate the following English words to Lithuanian:

   a) Street

   b) Bridge

   c) Far

   d) Near

   e) To enter

   f) To exit

   g) Left

   h) Right

2. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Lithuanian words for directions:

   a) Eikite ______, tada pasukite į kairę.

   b) Jis yra ______ šalia mokyklos.

   c) ______ priešais prekybos centrą.

   d) Norint nueiti į parką, reikia eiti _______.

3. Translate the following Lithuanian phrases to English:

   a) Atsiprašau, ar kalbate anglų kalba?

   b) Kaip nueiti į biblioteką?

   c) Kur yra artimiausia autobusų stotelė?

   d) Jis yra paskui namą.

4. Match the Lithuanian words with their English translations:

   a) Gatvė                 1) To go/ride/drive

   b) Toli                  2) Street

   c) Važiuoti              3) Far

   d) Antras                4) Second

5. Choose the correct Lithuanian phrase to respond to the following questions:

   a) Ar toli nuo čia?

      i) Taip, tai gana toli.

      ii) Ne, tai gana arti.

   b) Kur yra traukinių stotis?

      i) Eikite tiesiai ir pasukite į kairę.

      ii) Eikite tiesiai ir pasukite į dešinę.

Answers

1. a) Gatvė b) Tilto c) Toli d) Arti e) Įeiti f) Išeiti g) Kairė h) Dešinė

2. a) tiesiai b) šalia c) Prieš d) tiesiai

3. a) Excuse me, do you speak English? b) How do I get to the library? c) Where is the nearest bus stop? d) It's behind the house.

4. a-2, b-3, c-1, d-4

5. a-ii, b-i

Conclusion

In this lesson, we covered basic Lithuanian vocabulary and phrases needed to ask for directions. I hope this lesson was helpful for you, and that you feel confident enough to ask for directions while traveling in Lithuania. Remember to practice speaking Lithuanian as often as you can, and to make mistakes, as they are an essential part of the learning process. Happy travels!

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

Other Lessons

• Drinks and Beverages
• Count to 10
• Animals
• Food
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Common Foods
• Time and Scheduling
• Shopping Vocabulary
• Family Members
• Telling Time

Sources

• How To Say And Ask For Directions In Lithuanian | AutoLingual ...
• Slow But Essential: 100 Lithuanian Vocabulary About Transportation ...
• Lithuanian lessons: Directions

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