Language/Ukrainian/Vocabulary/Shopping-Vocabulary
| ◀️ Conjunctions — Previous Lesson | Next Lesson — Services Vocabulary ▶️ |
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Welcome to the lesson on Ukrainian Shopping Vocabulary! In this lesson, you will learn essential words and phrases related to shopping in Ukrainian. Whether you are traveling to Ukraine or simply want to expand your language skills, this lesson will help you navigate through stores and understand the shopping experience in Ukrainian-speaking regions.
Shopping is an integral part of any culture, and Ukraine is no exception. By learning the vocabulary and phrases in this lesson, you will be able to confidently shop for various items, ask for assistance, understand price tags, and make transactions. Additionally, you will gain insights into Ukrainian shopping customs and etiquette.
Let's dive into the world of Ukrainian shopping and enhance your language skills!
Essential Shopping Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are some essential Ukrainian shopping words and phrases that will come in handy during your shopping adventures:
Stores[edit | edit source]
| Ukrainian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| магазин | mahazyn | store |
| супермаркет | supermarket | supermarket |
| бутик | butyk | boutique |
| ринок | rynek | market |
| крамниця | kramnytsia | shop |
Price[edit | edit source]
| Ukrainian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ціна | tsina | price |
| коштувати | koshtuvaty | to cost |
| знижка | znyzhka | discount |
| акція | aktsiia | sale |
| розпродаж | rozprodazh | clearance sale |
Payment[edit | edit source]
| Ukrainian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| готівка | hotivka | cash |
| кредитна картка | kredytna kartka | credit card |
| дебетова картка | debitova kartka | debit card |
| чек | chek | receipt |
| оплата | oplata | payment |
Sizes[edit | edit source]
| Ukrainian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| розмір | rozmir | size |
| маленький | malenkiy | small |
| середній | seredniy | medium |
| великий | velykiy | large |
| одяг | odyah | clothing |
Assistance[edit | edit source]
| Ukrainian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| допомога | dopomoha | help |
| продавець | prodavets | salesperson |
| дозвольте | dozvolte | excuse me |
| де можна знайти? | de mozhna znayty? | where can I find? |
| наскільки це коштує? | naskilky tse koshtuye? | how much does it cost? |
Use these vocabulary words and phrases to navigate through stores, ask for assistance, and engage in conversations while shopping in Ukraine.
Shopping Conversations[edit | edit source]
Now that you have learned some essential shopping vocabulary, let's put it into practice with a few shopping conversations. These conversations will help you understand how to use the vocabulary in real-life situations.
Conversation 1: Buying Clothes[edit | edit source]
Situation: You are at a clothing store and want to buy a new shirt.
You: Доброго дня! Я шукаю нову сорочку. (Dobroho dnia! Ya shukayu novu sorochku.) Hello! I am looking for a new shirt.
Salesperson: Звичайно! Якого розміру вам потрібно? (Zvychayno! Yakoho rozmiru vam potribno?) Of course! What size do you need?
You: Мені потрібен середній розмір. (Meni potriben seredniy rozmir.) I need a medium size.
Salesperson: Ось, ось одна середнього розміру сорочка. (Os', os' odna seredn'oho rozmiru sorochka.) Here, here is one medium-sized shirt.
You: Чи можу я її приміряти? (Chy mozhuy a yi primiriaty?) May I try it on?
Salesperson: Звичайно! Приміряйте її у примірочній кабінці. (Zvychayno! Primiryayte yi u primirochniy kabinetsi.) Of course! Try it on in the fitting room.
You: Дякую! Ця сорочка мені пасує. Скільки вона коштує? (Dyakuyu! Tsiya sorochka meni pasuye. Skil'ky vona koshtuye?) Thank you! This shirt fits me. How much does it cost?
Salesperson: Ця сорочка коштує 500 гривень. (Tsiya sorochka koshtuye 500 hryven.) This shirt costs 500 hryvnias.
You: Я її купую. (Ya yi kupuyu.) I'll take it.
Conversation 2: Grocery Shopping[edit | edit source]
Situation: You are at a supermarket and need to buy some groceries.
You: Вибачте, де я можу знайти молоко? (Vybachte, de ya mozhu znayty moloko?) Excuse me, where can I find milk?
Employee: Молоко знаходиться на другому поверсі, у секції продуктів харчування. (Moloko znakhodyt'sya na druhomu poversi, u sektsiyi produktiv kharchuvannya.) Milk is located on the second floor, in the grocery section.
You: Дякую! Ще одне питання: де можна знайти свіжі овочі? (Dyakuyu! Shche odne pytannya: de mozhna znayty svezhi ovochi?) Thank you! One more question: where can I find fresh vegetables?
Employee: Свіжі овочі знаходяться в овочевому відділі, на першому поверсі. (Svezhi ovochi znakhodyatsya v ovochevomu viddili, na pershomu poversi.) Fresh vegetables are located in the produce section, on the first floor.
You: Дякую вам за допомогу! (Dyakuyu vam za dopomohu!) Thank you for your help!
These shopping conversations showcase how to use the vocabulary in real-life situations. Practice these conversations to become comfortable with Ukrainian shopping interactions.
Practice Sentences[edit | edit source]
To further reinforce your understanding of Ukrainian shopping vocabulary, here are some practice sentences:
- Я хочу купити новий телефон. (Ya khochu kupyty novyy telefon.) - I want to buy a new phone.
- Чи є у вас велика знижка на цю сукню? (Chy ye u vas velyka znyzhka na tsyu suknyu?) - Do you have a big discount on this dress?
- Скільки коштує цей годинник? (Skil'ky koshtuye tseh hodynnyk?) - How much does this watch cost?
- Чи приймаєте ви кредитні картки? (Chy pryymayete vy kredytni kartky?) - Do you accept credit cards?
- Я хотів би повернути цю футболку. (Ya hotiv by povernuty tsiu futbolku.) - I would like to return this t-shirt.
Feel free to create more practice sentences using the vocabulary you have learned so far.
Ukrainian Shopping Customs and Etiquette[edit | edit source]
Understanding the shopping customs and etiquette in Ukraine will enhance your shopping experience. Here are some cultural insights to keep in mind:
1. Greetings: When entering a store, it is customary to greet the salesperson with "Доброго дня" (Dobroho dnia) or "Добрий вечір" (Dobryy vechir), depending on the time of day. It is considered polite to exchange greetings before asking for assistance.
2. Politeness: Ukrainians value politeness and appreciate phrases such as "будь ласка" (bud' laska) meaning "please" and "дякую" (dyakuyu) meaning "thank you". Using these phrases while interacting with salespeople will leave a positive impression.
3. Bargaining: Bargaining is not a common practice in Ukrainian stores. Prices are generally fixed, especially in supermarkets and larger retail chains. However, in smaller markets or when purchasing goods from individual sellers, some level of negotiation may be possible.
4. Dress Code: When shopping in Ukraine, it is common to dress neatly and presentably. Ukrainians take pride in their appearance and appreciate when customers put effort into their attire.
5. Bagging: Unlike some countries where bagging is done by store employees, in Ukraine, customers are expected to bag their own purchases. Be prepared to bring your own reusable bags or purchase them at the store.
By being aware of these customs and etiquette practices, you can navigate through Ukrainian stores with ease and respect the local culture.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Congratulations! You have completed the Ukrainian Shopping Vocabulary lesson. You have learned essential words, phrases, and conversations that will enable you to confidently shop and interact in Ukrainian-speaking regions.
Remember to practice the vocabulary regularly to reinforce your learning. Use it in real-life situations, such as shopping for groceries or clothes, to become more fluent in Ukrainian.
In the next lesson, you will expand your language skills further as we explore the vocabulary for various services in Ukrainian. Keep up the great work, and soon you will be well on your way to becoming an A1-level Ukrainian speaker!
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Tobo: Ukrainian Vocabulary on the App Store
- FMU 1-18 | Vocabulary booster! Shopping Vocabulary in Ukrainian
- How to say "barcode" in Ukrainian? - Tobo
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- How to say Good Bye?
- Introducing Yourself
- Animals
- Months of the Year
- Countries
- At the Doctor's Office
- Transportation
- Beauty
- Clothing and Fashion
- Vegetables
| ◀️ Conjunctions — Previous Lesson | Next Lesson — Services Vocabulary ▶️ |