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<h1>Introduction</h1>
==Introduction==


In this lesson, you will learn about prepositions in Slovenian. Prepositions are words that indicate the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. In Slovenian, prepositions can have different meanings depending on the case they are used with. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use them with different cases.
In this lesson, you will learn about prepositions in Slovenian. Prepositions are words that indicate the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. In Slovenian, prepositions can have different meanings depending on the case they are used with. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use them with different cases.


<h2>Common Slovenian Prepositions</h2>
 
<span link>Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/Present-Tense|Present Tense]] & [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]].</span>  
==Common Slovenian Prepositions==


Here are some of the most common prepositions used in Slovenian:
Here are some of the most common prepositions used in Slovenian:
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<h2>Using Prepositions with Different Cases</h2>
==Using Prepositions with Different Cases==


In Slovenian, prepositions are used with different cases to indicate the relationship between the noun or pronoun and the other word in the sentence. Here are some of the most common prepositions and the cases they are used with:
In Slovenian, prepositions are used with different cases to indicate the relationship between the noun or pronoun and the other word in the sentence. Here are some of the most common prepositions and the cases they are used with:
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<h2>Common Prepositions with Fixed Cases</h2>
==Common Prepositions with Fixed Cases==


Some prepositions in Slovenian always take a specific case, and they are usually used with certain verbs or expressions. Here are some examples:
Some prepositions in Slovenian always take a specific case, and they are usually used with certain verbs or expressions. Here are some examples:


<h3>S Prepositions with Locative</h3>
===S Prepositions with Locative===


These prepositions always take the locative case:
These prepositions always take the locative case:
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<h3>Z Prepositions with Genitive</h3>
===Z Prepositions with Genitive===


These prepositions always take the genitive case:
These prepositions always take the genitive case:
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<h3>Kot Preposition with Nominative</h3>
===Kot Preposition with Nominative===


This preposition always takes the nominative case:
This preposition always takes the nominative case:
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<h2>Frequently Used Prepositional Phrases</h2>
==Frequently Used Prepositional Phrases==


Here are some frequently used Slovenian prepositional phrases:
Here are some frequently used Slovenian prepositional phrases:
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
==Conclusion==


In Slovenian, prepositions can have different meanings depending on the case they are used with. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use them with different cases. In this lesson, you have learned about the most common Slovenian prepositions and how to use them. Keep practicing, and you will master the use of prepositions in Slovenian in no time!
In Slovenian, prepositions can have different meanings depending on the case they are used with. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use them with different cases. In this lesson, you have learned about the most common Slovenian prepositions and how to use them. Keep practicing, and you will master the use of prepositions in Slovenian in no time!


<span link>Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/Conjugation-of-verbs-in-the-past-tense|Conjugation of verbs in the past tense]] & [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]].</span>
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==Other Lessons==
 
==Related Lessons==
* [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Slovenian/Grammar/Complex-sentences-and-subordinations|Complex sentences and subordinations]]
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SlovenianGrammar0 to A1 Course → Prepositions and Conjunctions → Prepositions

Introduction

In this lesson, you will learn about prepositions in Slovenian. Prepositions are words that indicate the relationship between nouns or pronouns and other words in a sentence. In Slovenian, prepositions can have different meanings depending on the case they are used with. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use them with different cases.


Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: Present Tense & 0 to A1 Course.

Common Slovenian Prepositions

Here are some of the most common prepositions used in Slovenian:

Slovenian Pronunciation English Translation
na /na/ on, upon, onto
v /v/ in, into, to
pri /pri/ with, by, at
za /za/ for, behind, after
ob /ob/ at, around, beside, about
pod /pod/ under, below
nad /nad/ over, above

Using Prepositions with Different Cases

In Slovenian, prepositions are used with different cases to indicate the relationship between the noun or pronoun and the other word in the sentence. Here are some of the most common prepositions and the cases they are used with:

Preposition Case Used Example Sentence
na Accusative Jaz grem na koncert. (I am going to the concert.)
v Accusative Jaz grem v kino. (I am going to the cinema.)
pri Dative Delam pri svojem prijatelju. (I'm working at my friend's place.)
za Accusative Prosim za kozarec vode. (Can I have a glass of water, please?)
ob Locative Tukaj stoji hiša ob cesti. (There is a house standing by the road over here.)
pod Accusative Ležim pod drevesom. (I am lying under the tree.)
nad Instrumental Visi nad mizo. (It is hanging above the table.)

Common Prepositions with Fixed Cases

Some prepositions in Slovenian always take a specific case, and they are usually used with certain verbs or expressions. Here are some examples:

S Prepositions with Locative

These prepositions always take the locative case:

  • sredi - in the middle of
  • med - between

Examples:

  • Jaz sem sredi prostora. (I am in the middle of the room.)
  • Mi sedimo med dvema drevesoma. (We are sitting between two trees.)

Z Prepositions with Genitive

These prepositions always take the genitive case:

  • izven - outside of
  • zunaj - outside

Examples:

  • Danes bo vreme izven območja Slovenije. (Today's weather will be outside of Slovenia.)
  • On je zunaj mesta. (He is outside the city.)

Kot Preposition with Nominative

This preposition always takes the nominative case:

  • kot - as, like

Example:

  • On igra kot kitarist v bendu. (He plays as a guitarist in a band.)

Frequently Used Prepositional Phrases

Here are some frequently used Slovenian prepositional phrases:

  • v središču - in the center
  • v bližini - near
  • v okolici - in the vicinity of
  • vzdolž - along
  • poleg - next to, beside

Example:

  • Hotel je hotel sobo v bližini trga. (He wanted a room near the square.)

Conclusion

In Slovenian, prepositions can have different meanings depending on the case they are used with. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use them with different cases. In this lesson, you have learned about the most common Slovenian prepositions and how to use them. Keep practicing, and you will master the use of prepositions in Slovenian in no time!


Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: Conjugation of verbs in the past tense & Pronouns.

Table of Contents - Slovenian Course - 0 to A1


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Drink


Adjectives and Adverbs


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Hobbies and Free Time


Slovenian Customs and Traditions

Other Lessons