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Introduction

Welcome to the lesson on telling time in Lithuanian! In this lesson, we will delve into the fascinating world of timekeeping in the Lithuanian language. Understanding how to ask and give the time is an essential skill for effective communication in any language, and Lithuanian is no exception. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently tell the time, ask for the time, and discuss daily routines and schedules in Lithuanian. So, let's get started!

The Basics of Telling Time

In Lithuanian, just like in English, time is measured using hours and minutes. The hour is referred to as "valanda" in Lithuanian, and the minute is referred to as "minutė". When telling the time, the hour comes first, followed by the minutes. To indicate the time, we use the numbers from 1 to 12 to represent the hours.

Let's start by learning how to say the hours in Lithuanian. Here are the numbers from 1 to 12:

Lithuanian	Pronunciation	English
vienas	[ˈvʲæ.nɐs]	one
du	[du]	two
trys	[trʲɪs]	three
keturi	[kʲɛˈtʊrʲɪ]	four
penki	[ˈpʲɛŋkʲɪ]	five
šeši	[ˈʃɛʃɪ]	six
septyni	[sɛpˈtʲɪnɪ]	seven
aštuoni	[ˈaʃ.tʊʊ.nɪ]	eight
devyni	[dʲɛˈvʲɪnɪ]	nine
dešimt	[dʲɛˈʃʲɪmt]	ten
vienuolika	[vʲɪʊˈnʊ.lʲɪkɐ]	eleven
dvylika	[dʋʲɪˈlʲɪkɐ]	twelve

Now that we know the numbers, we can start forming time expressions. To say the time in Lithuanian, we simply combine the hour and the minute. For example:

- 8:15 = "aštuoni valanda penkiolika minutės" (eight o'clock fifteen minutes)

Notice that we use the word "valanda" (hour) after the hour number, and the word "minutės" (minutes) after the minute number. Let's practice a few more examples:

- 3:30 = "trys valanda trisdešimt minutės" (three o'clock thirty minutes) - 11:45 = "vienuolika valanda keturiasdešimt penkios minutės" (eleven o'clock forty-five minutes)

Remember to always use the singular form of "valanda" when the hour is one, and the plural form "valandos" for all other hours.

Asking for the Time

To ask for the time in Lithuanian, we use the question word "kiek" (how much) followed by the verb "yra" (is) and the word "valandų" (hours). For example:

- Kiek yra valandų? (What time is it?)

To specify a specific time, we can combine the question word "kiek" with the verb "yra" and the hour and minute numbers. For example:

- Kiek yra aštuoni valanda penkiolika minutės? (What time is it?)

Let's practice a few more examples:

- Kiek yra dvylika valanda dvidešimt penkios minutės? (What time is it?) - Kiek yra vienuolika valanda trisdešimt minutės? (What time is it?)

Remember to always use the accusative case for the word "valandų" when asking for the time.

Daily Routines and Schedules

Now that we know how to tell the time and ask for the time, let's explore how we can use this knowledge to discuss daily routines and schedules in Lithuanian. Talking about daily activities and schedules is an important part of communication, as it allows us to coordinate and plan our time effectively.

To talk about daily routines, we can use the verb "dirbti" (to work) as an example. Here are a few examples of how we can use this verb to talk about daily routines:

- Aš dirbu nuo aštuonios valandos iki penkių valandos. (I work from eight o'clock to five o'clock.) - Jis dirba nuo devynių valandų ryte iki šešių valandų vakare. (He works from nine o'clock in the morning to six o'clock in the evening.)

Notice that we use the preposition "nuo" (from) to indicate the starting time, and the preposition "iki" (until) to indicate the ending time. We also use the genitive case for the words "valandos" (hour) and "rytas" (morning) to indicate the specific time period.

We can also use the verb "turėti" (to have) to talk about schedules. Here are a few examples:

- Mano pamokos prasideda devyniolikta valanda. (My classes start at nineteen o'clock.) - Mes turime susitikimą ketvirtadienį septyniolikta valanda. (We have a meeting on Thursday at seventeen o'clock.)

In these examples, we use the ordinal numbers to indicate the specific hour, and the genitive case for the words "valandos" (hour) and "diena" (day) to indicate the specific time and day.

Regional Variations and Cultural Insights

In Lithuania, the way time is spoken and understood can vary slightly across different regions. For example, some regions may use the 24-hour clock format more commonly, while others may use the 12-hour clock format. It's important to be aware of these regional variations when communicating with people from different parts of Lithuania.

Additionally, it's worth noting that Lithuania has a rich cultural history and a strong connection to nature. This is reflected in the way time is perceived and expressed in the language. For example, in Lithuanian folklore, certain hours of the day are associated with specific activities or natural phenomena. This cultural understanding of time adds depth and meaning to the language and provides insights into the unique cultural identity of Lithuania.

Exercises

Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Here are a few exercises to help you reinforce what you've learned so far:

Exercise 1: Translate the following time expressions from English to Lithuanian:

1. 9:30 AM 2. 6:45 PM 3. 11:20 AM 4. 3:55 PM

Exercise 2: Ask for the following times in Lithuanian:

1. What time is it? 2. What time is it? (12:30 PM) 3. What time is it? (9:15 AM) 4. What time is it? (5:40 PM)

Exercise 3: Complete the following sentences with the correct time in Lithuanian:

1. Aš dirbu nuo ____________ valandos iki ____________ valandos. 2. Mes turime susitikimą ____________ valanda ____________. 3. Mano pamokos prasideda ____________ valanda.

Solution:

Exercise 1: 1. Devynios valanda trisdešimt minutės 2. Šešios valanda keturiasdešimt penkios minutės 3. Vienuolika valanda dvidešimt minutės 4. Trys valanda penkiasdešimt penkios minutės

Exercise 2: 1. Kiek yra valandų? 2. Kiek yra dvylika valanda trisdešimt minutės? 3. Kiek yra devynios valanda penkiolika minutės? 4. Kiek yra penki valanda keturiasdešimt minutės?

Exercise 3: 1. Aš dirbu nuo septynių valandos iki penkių valandos. 2. Mes turime susitikimą šeštadienį septyniolikta valanda. 3. Mano pamokos prasideda devyniolikta valanda.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson on telling time in Lithuanian. You have learned how to ask for the time, give the time, and discuss daily routines and schedules. Remember to practice regularly to reinforce your knowledge and improve your skills. Keep up the great work, and soon you'll be a master of the Lithuanian language!

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

• Time And Dates In Lithuanian: #1 Best Guide - Ling App
• Lithuanian Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

Other Lessons

• Traditional Lithuanian Dishes
• Shopping
• Common Greetings
• Asking and Answering Questions About Names and Nationalities
• Clothes
• Romantic Relationships
• Drinks and Beverages
• Modes of Transportation
• Business
• Fruits

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