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Greetings and introductions are essential in any language and culture. They are the first step in establishing a connection with someone and can set the tone for the rest of the conversation. In this lesson, we will learn how to greet people and introduce ourselves in Croatian. We will cover basic phrases and expressions that will help you navigate social interactions in Croatia. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet someone and introduce yourself in Croatian.
== Greetings ==
Let's start with some common greetings in Croatian. These greetings can be used at different times of the day and in various settings. Remember to use the appropriate greeting based on the context.


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=== Good Morning ===
In Croatian, we say "Dobro jutro" to greet someone in the morning. It is a polite and formal way of saying "good morning."
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Dobro jutro || DOH-broh YOO-troh || Good morning
|}


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=== Good Afternoon ===
To greet someone in the afternoon, we say "Dobar dan" in Croatian. It is a versatile greeting that can be used in both formal and informal settings.


Learning how to greet others and introduce yourself in Croatian is essential when traveling or living in Croatia. In this lesson, you will learn some basic Croatian phrases and expressions to use in everyday situations.
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Dobar dan || DOH-bahr dahn || Good afternoon
|}


=== Good Evening ===
When the sun sets and it's time to greet someone in the evening, we say "Dobra večer" in Croatian. It is a polite and formal way of saying "good evening."


<span link>Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Croatian/Vocabulary/Telling-Time|Telling Time]] & [[Language/Croatian/Vocabulary/How-to-say-Good-Bye?|How to say Good Bye?]].</span>
Examples:
== Useful Phrases ==
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Dobra večer || DOH-brah VEH-cher || Good evening
|}


Below are some commonly used phrases for greetings and introductions:
=== Good Night ===
To bid someone farewell before going to bed, we say "Laku noć" in Croatian. It is the equivalent of saying "good night" in English.


Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Dobar dan || DOH-bahr dahn || Good day
| Laku noć || LAH-koo notch || Good night
|}
 
=== Hello/Hi ===
In informal settings, you can use the casual greeting "Bok" to say hello or hi in Croatian. It is commonly used among friends and peers.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Dobro jutro || DOH-broh YOO-troh || Good morning
| Bok || BOK || Hello / Hi
|}
 
=== How are you? ===
To ask someone how they are doing, we use the phrase "Kako si?" in Croatian. It is a common question used in both formal and informal settings.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Laku noć || LAH-koo nohch || Good night
| Kako si? || KAH-koh see? || How are you?
|}
 
== Introductions ==
Now that we have covered greetings, let's move on to introductions. When meeting someone for the first time or introducing yourself to a group, it's important to know how to properly introduce yourself in Croatian.
 
=== My name is... ===
To introduce yourself, you can say "Ja se zovem..." followed by your name in Croatian. This phrase is used to express your name.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Bok || bohk || Hi / Bye
| Ja se zovem Ana. || Yah seh ZOH-vem AH-nah || My name is Ana.
|}
 
=== Nice to meet you ===
In Croatian, we say "Drago mi je" to express "nice to meet you" when meeting someone for the first time. It is a polite and friendly way to acknowledge the introduction.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Hvala || HVAH-lah || Thank you
| Drago mi je. || DRAH-goh mee yeh || Nice to meet you.
|}
 
=== Where are you from? ===
To ask someone about their nationality or place of origin, we use the phrase "Odakle si?" in Croatian. It is a common question asked during introductions.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Molim || MOH-leem || Please / You're welcome
| Odakle si? || OH-dah-kleh see? || Where are you from?
|}
 
=== I am from... ===
To state your nationality or place of origin, you can say "Ja sam iz..." followed by the name of your country or city in Croatian. This phrase is used to express your origin.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Kako se zoveš? || KAH-koh seh zoh-VEHSH || What's your name?
| Ja sam iz Hrvatske. || Yah sahm eez HRR-vahts-keh || I am from Croatia.
|}
 
=== What do you do? ===
To ask someone about their profession or occupation, we use the phrase "Čime se baviš?" in Croatian. It is a common question asked during introductions.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Zovem se... || ZOH-vehm seh || My name is...
| Čime se baviš? || CHEE-meh seh BAH-veesh? || What do you do?
|}
 
=== I am a... ===
To state your profession or occupation, you can say "Ja sam..." followed by your profession or occupation in Croatian. This phrase is used to express your line of work.
 
Examples:
{| class="wikitable"
! Croatian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Drago mi je || DRAH-goh mee yeh || Nice to meet you
| Ja sam učitelj. || Yah sahm OO-chee-teh-ly || I am a teacher.
|}
|}


When introducing yourself, it's customary to shake hands and state your name. You can use the phrase "Drago mi je" after stating your name to express pleasure in meeting the person.
== Cultural Insights ==


== Basic Expressions ==
In Croatian culture, greetings and introductions play an important role in social interactions. Croatians value politeness and respect, especially when meeting someone for the first time. It is customary to greet others with a smile and maintain eye contact during introductions. Handshakes are commonly used, especially in formal settings, while hugs and kisses on the cheek are reserved for close friends and family members.


Here are some basic expressions that you can use on a daily basis:
Croatian society places importance on personal connections and building relationships. Taking the time to greet someone properly and engage in small talk is seen as a sign of respect and interest. It is common to ask about the well-being of the other person and engage in a brief conversation before moving on to the main topic.


* Dobro jutro! - Good morning!
Regional variations may exist in the usage and understanding of greetings and introductions. In some parts of Croatia, such as Dalmatia, people may greet each other with a more relaxed and informal approach, using phrases like "Bok" or "Ćao" instead of the formal greetings mentioned earlier. It is always a good idea to observe and adapt to the local customs when interacting with people from different regions.
* Dobar dan! - Good afternoon!
* Laku noć! - Good night!
* Bok! - Hi / Bye!
* Bok, kako si? - Hi, how are you?
* Hvala! - Thank you!
* Hvala lijepa! - Thank you very much!
* Molim! - Please! / You're welcome!
* Izvoli(te)! - Here you go! / You're welcome!
* Oprosti(te), nisam razumio(a). - Sorry, I didn't understand.
* Kako se zoveš? - What's your name?
* Zovem se... - My name is...
* Koliko imaš godina? - How old are you?
* Imam... godina. - I am... years old.
* Gdje si? - Where are you?
* Ja sam iz... - I am from...


== Cultural Tips ==
Now, let's practice what we have learned!


In Croatian culture, it is customary to greet people with a handshake, but hugs and kisses on the cheek are also common among friends and family. When addressing someone, it's impolite to use their first name unless they give you permission. Instead, use their title (e.g. gospodin for Mr., gospođa for Mrs., and gospođica for Miss) followed by their last name. It's also appropriate to offer a small gift, such as flowers or chocolate, when visiting someone's home.
== Exercise ==
1. Translate the following phrases from English to Croatian:
* Good morning
* How are you?
* My name is Marko.
* Nice to meet you.
* Where are you from?
* I am a student.


When meeting someone for the first time, it's important to introduce yourself and shake hands. Using "molim" and "hvala" are seen as polite and respectful, even if you don't speak Croatian fluently. When saying goodbye, it's customary to say "doviđenja" (goodbye) or "ćao" (bye).
2. Answer the following questions in Croatian:
* Kako si?
* Odakle si?
* Čime se baviš?
* Gdje živiš?
* Kako se zoveš?


== Practice Exercise ==
== Solutions ==
1. Translations:
* Good morning - Dobro jutro
* How are you? - Kako si?
* My name is Marko. - Ja se zovem Marko.
* Nice to meet you. - Drago mi je.
* Where are you from? - Odakle si?
* I am a student. - Ja sam student.


Practice your Croatian greetings and introductions by greeting your friends or family members in Croatian. Use the phrases and expressions you learned in this lesson to introduce yourself and ask how they're doing.  
2. Answers:
* Kako si? - Dobro sam, hvala. A ti?
* Odakle si? - Iz Zagreba sam.
* Čime se baviš? - Studiram medicinu.
* Gdje živiš? - Živim u Splitu.
* Kako se zoveš? - Zovem se Ana.


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Congratulations on completing this lesson! You have learned how to greet people and introduce yourself in Croatian. Practice these phrases and expressions in your daily interactions to improve your language skills. In the next lesson, we will explore numbers and counting in Croatian.
==Sources==
* [https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/croatian-culture/croatian-culture-greetings Croatian Culture - Greetings — Cultural Atlas]
* [https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/croatian Learn to speak Croatian | Brainscape]
* [https://consumoteca.com.br/filedownload?context=36782&FileName=Croatian%20Learn%20Croatian%20In%20A%20Week%20Start%20Speaking.pdf Croatian Learn Croatian In A Week Start Speaking (PDF ...]


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===Learn How To Say 'Merry Christmas' and Other Greetings In Croatian===
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* [https://www.brainscape.com/subjects/croatian Learn to speak Croatian | Brainscape]
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Croatian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Basic Croatian Vocabulary → Greetings and Introductions

Greetings and introductions are essential in any language and culture. They are the first step in establishing a connection with someone and can set the tone for the rest of the conversation. In this lesson, we will learn how to greet people and introduce ourselves in Croatian. We will cover basic phrases and expressions that will help you navigate social interactions in Croatia. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet someone and introduce yourself in Croatian.

Greetings

Let's start with some common greetings in Croatian. These greetings can be used at different times of the day and in various settings. Remember to use the appropriate greeting based on the context.

Good Morning

In Croatian, we say "Dobro jutro" to greet someone in the morning. It is a polite and formal way of saying "good morning."

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Dobro jutro DOH-broh YOO-troh Good morning

Good Afternoon

To greet someone in the afternoon, we say "Dobar dan" in Croatian. It is a versatile greeting that can be used in both formal and informal settings.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Dobar dan DOH-bahr dahn Good afternoon

Good Evening

When the sun sets and it's time to greet someone in the evening, we say "Dobra večer" in Croatian. It is a polite and formal way of saying "good evening."

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Dobra večer DOH-brah VEH-cher Good evening

Good Night

To bid someone farewell before going to bed, we say "Laku noć" in Croatian. It is the equivalent of saying "good night" in English.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Laku noć LAH-koo notch Good night

Hello/Hi

In informal settings, you can use the casual greeting "Bok" to say hello or hi in Croatian. It is commonly used among friends and peers.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Bok BOK Hello / Hi

How are you?

To ask someone how they are doing, we use the phrase "Kako si?" in Croatian. It is a common question used in both formal and informal settings.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Kako si? KAH-koh see? How are you?

Introductions

Now that we have covered greetings, let's move on to introductions. When meeting someone for the first time or introducing yourself to a group, it's important to know how to properly introduce yourself in Croatian.

My name is...

To introduce yourself, you can say "Ja se zovem..." followed by your name in Croatian. This phrase is used to express your name.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Ja se zovem Ana. Yah seh ZOH-vem AH-nah My name is Ana.

Nice to meet you

In Croatian, we say "Drago mi je" to express "nice to meet you" when meeting someone for the first time. It is a polite and friendly way to acknowledge the introduction.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Drago mi je. DRAH-goh mee yeh Nice to meet you.

Where are you from?

To ask someone about their nationality or place of origin, we use the phrase "Odakle si?" in Croatian. It is a common question asked during introductions.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Odakle si? OH-dah-kleh see? Where are you from?

I am from...

To state your nationality or place of origin, you can say "Ja sam iz..." followed by the name of your country or city in Croatian. This phrase is used to express your origin.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Ja sam iz Hrvatske. Yah sahm eez HRR-vahts-keh I am from Croatia.

What do you do?

To ask someone about their profession or occupation, we use the phrase "Čime se baviš?" in Croatian. It is a common question asked during introductions.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Čime se baviš? CHEE-meh seh BAH-veesh? What do you do?

I am a...

To state your profession or occupation, you can say "Ja sam..." followed by your profession or occupation in Croatian. This phrase is used to express your line of work.

Examples:

Croatian Pronunciation English
Ja sam učitelj. Yah sahm OO-chee-teh-ly I am a teacher.

Cultural Insights

In Croatian culture, greetings and introductions play an important role in social interactions. Croatians value politeness and respect, especially when meeting someone for the first time. It is customary to greet others with a smile and maintain eye contact during introductions. Handshakes are commonly used, especially in formal settings, while hugs and kisses on the cheek are reserved for close friends and family members.

Croatian society places importance on personal connections and building relationships. Taking the time to greet someone properly and engage in small talk is seen as a sign of respect and interest. It is common to ask about the well-being of the other person and engage in a brief conversation before moving on to the main topic.

Regional variations may exist in the usage and understanding of greetings and introductions. In some parts of Croatia, such as Dalmatia, people may greet each other with a more relaxed and informal approach, using phrases like "Bok" or "Ćao" instead of the formal greetings mentioned earlier. It is always a good idea to observe and adapt to the local customs when interacting with people from different regions.

Now, let's practice what we have learned!

Exercise

1. Translate the following phrases from English to Croatian:

  • Good morning
  • How are you?
  • My name is Marko.
  • Nice to meet you.
  • Where are you from?
  • I am a student.

2. Answer the following questions in Croatian:

  • Kako si?
  • Odakle si?
  • Čime se baviš?
  • Gdje živiš?
  • Kako se zoveš?

Solutions

1. Translations:

  • Good morning - Dobro jutro
  • How are you? - Kako si?
  • My name is Marko. - Ja se zovem Marko.
  • Nice to meet you. - Drago mi je.
  • Where are you from? - Odakle si?
  • I am a student. - Ja sam student.

2. Answers:

  • Kako si? - Dobro sam, hvala. A ti?
  • Odakle si? - Iz Zagreba sam.
  • Čime se baviš? - Studiram medicinu.
  • Gdje živiš? - Živim u Splitu.
  • Kako se zoveš? - Zovem se Ana.

Congratulations on completing this lesson! You have learned how to greet people and introduce yourself in Croatian. Practice these phrases and expressions in your daily interactions to improve your language skills. In the next lesson, we will explore numbers and counting in Croatian.

Table of Contents - Croatian Course - 0 to A1


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Daily Activities


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Drink


Croatian Culture and Traditions

Videos

006 / Croatian GREETINGS - Croatian101Lesson - YouTube

LEARN CROATIAN: the MOST Important GREETINGS in Croatian ...

Learn How To Say 'Merry Christmas' and Other Greetings In Croatian


Sources


Other Lessons



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