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Introduction

Welcome to the lesson on basic greetings in Slovenian! In this lesson, you will learn essential phrases and expressions to greet people and introduce yourself in Slovenian. Greetings are an essential part of any language, as they help establish connections and create a friendly atmosphere. By mastering these basic greetings, you will be able to confidently greet Slovenian speakers and make a positive impression. So, let's get started!

Basic Greetings

Hello

The most common way to say hello in Slovenian is "Zdravo." This greeting is used in both formal and informal situations. It is similar to the English greeting "Hello."

Slovenian	Pronunciation	English
Zdravo	zdrah-voh	Hello

Here are a few examples of how to use "Zdravo" in sentences:

• Zdravo! Kako si? (Hello! How are you?)
• Zdravo! Sem Peter. (Hello! I am Peter.)

Good Morning

To greet someone in the morning, you can use "Dobro jutro." Just like in English, this phrase is used to wish someone a good morning.

Slovenian	Pronunciation	English
Dobro jutro	doh-broh yoo-troh	Good morning

Here are a few examples of how to use "Dobro jutro" in sentences:

• Dobro jutro! Kako ste danes? (Good morning! How are you today?)
• Dobro jutro! Lep dan je danes. (Good morning! It's a beautiful day today.)

Good Afternoon

In the afternoon, you can greet someone by saying "Dober dan." This phrase is used similarly to the English greeting "Good afternoon."

Slovenian	Pronunciation	English
Dober dan	doh-ber dahn	Good afternoon

Here are a few examples of how to use "Dober dan" in sentences:

• Dober dan! Kako vam lahko pomagam? (Good afternoon! How can I help you?)
• Dober dan! Lepo je videti vas. (Good afternoon! It's nice to see you.)

Good Evening

To greet someone in the evening, you can use "Dober večer." This phrase is similar to the English greeting "Good evening."

Slovenian	Pronunciation	English
Dober večer	doh-ber veh-cher	Good evening

Here are a few examples of how to use "Dober večer" in sentences:

• Dober večer! Kako ste? (Good evening! How are you?)
• Dober večer! Lepo je biti tukaj. (Good evening! It's nice to be here.)

Goodbye

When saying goodbye, you can use the phrase "Nasvidenje." This phrase is used in both formal and informal situations and is similar to the English "Goodbye."

Slovenian	Pronunciation	English
Nasvidenje	nahs-vee-den-yeh	Goodbye

Here are a few examples of how to use "Nasvidenje" in sentences:

• Nasvidenje! Upam, da se kmalu vidiva. (Goodbye! I hope we see each other soon.)
• Nasvidenje! Hvala za obisk. (Goodbye! Thank you for the visit.)

Cultural Insights

In Slovenian culture, greetings play an important role in social interactions. Slovenians are generally polite and appreciate when others greet them with a smile and a friendly greeting. When meeting someone for the first time, it is customary to shake hands and say "Zdravo" or "Dober dan."

It is also common for Slovenians to use the phrase "Dober tek" when someone is about to eat a meal. This phrase can be translated as "Enjoy your meal" or "Bon appétit." It is considered polite to say "Dober tek" when dining with others.

In formal situations or when meeting someone older or in a position of authority, it is recommended to use the more formal greetings like "Dober dan" and "Nasvidenje." However, in informal settings, it is perfectly acceptable to use the more casual greeting "Zdravo."

Practice Exercises

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Below are some exercises to help you reinforce your understanding of basic greetings in Slovenian. Try to answer the questions and then check your answers with the provided solutions.

Exercise 1: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Slovenian greetings.

1. ____! Kako si? 2. ____! Lepo je videti vas. 3. ____! Kako vam lahko pomagam? 4. ____! Hvala za obisk. 5. ____! Upam, da se kmalu vidiva.

Solution: 1. Zdravo 2. Dober dan 3. Dober dan 4. Nasvidenje 5. Nasvidenje

Exercise 2: Match the Slovenian greetings with their English translations.

1. Zdravo 2. Dobro jutro 3. Dober dan 4. Dober večer 5. Nasvidenje

A. Good afternoon B. Goodbye C. Good morning D. Good evening E. Hello

Solution: 1. E. Hello 2. C. Good morning 3. A. Good afternoon 4. D. Good evening 5. B. Goodbye

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully learned the basic greetings in Slovenian. By mastering these greetings, you can confidently greet and introduce yourself in Slovenian-speaking environments. Remember to practice using these phrases in real-life situations to further enhance your language skills. Keep up the good work, and in the next lesson, you will learn how to introduce yourself in Slovenian. Nasvidenje!

Table of Contents - Slovenian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Singular and Plural Nouns
• Personal Pronouns
• Possessive Pronouns

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Telling Time
• Days of the Week

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Food and Drink

• Common Foods
• Eating Out

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Agreement
• Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
• Adverbs

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Prepositions
• Conjunctions

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Hobbies and Free Time

• Common Hobbies
• Talking about Free Time

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Slovenian Customs and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Traditional Food and Drink

Sources

• 20 Easy Greetings In Slovenian You Need To Learn - Ling App
• Useful Slovenian phrases
• Slovenian Language Basics & Phrases | Ljubljana.info

Other Lessons

• Idiomatic Expressions
• Introducing yourself and others
• Days, months and seasons
• Shopping and bargaining
• Introducing Yourself
• Feelings and Emotions
• Colors
• Clothes
• Countries Države

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