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As a Lithuanian language teacher, I know that the first thing my students want to learn is how to say hello and introduce themselves in Lithuanian. In this lesson, we will cover the basics of greetings and introductions in Lithuanian so that you can start a conversation and make a good first impression.
== Introduction ==


In this lesson, we will learn how to greet someone and introduce yourself in Lithuanian. Greetings and introductions are the first step in any conversation, and they play a crucial role in building relationships and establishing rapport. By mastering the art of saying hello in Lithuanian, you will be able to confidently engage with native speakers and make a positive impression. In this lesson, we will cover the essential vocabulary and phrases for greetings and introductions, explore cultural nuances, and provide plenty of examples for practice. So let's get started and learn how to say hello in Lithuanian!


<span link>Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Lithuanian/Vocabulary/Education|Education]] & [[Language/Lithuanian/Vocabulary/Modes-of-Transportation|Modes of Transportation]].</span>
== Basic Greetings ==
== Basic Greetings ==


Let's start with the most basic greeting in Lithuanian, "Labas". This is the equivalent of "hello" in English and is suitable for both casual and formal situations. Here are a few examples of how "Labas" can be used:
To begin any conversation, it's important to know how to say hello in Lithuanian. Here are some basic greetings that you can use:


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! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
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| Labas || lah-bas || Hello
| Labas || [ˈlɑbɑs] || Hello
|-
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| Labas rytas || lah-bas ree-tas || Good morning
| Sveikas || [ˈsveɪkɑs] || Hi (used by males)
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| Laba diena || lah-ba dee-eh-na || Good afternoon
| Sveika || [ˈsveɪkɑ] || Hi (used by females)
|-
|-
| Labas vakaras || lah-bas va-ka-ras || Good evening
| Sveiki || [ˈsveɪkɪ] || Hi (used by a group)
|-
| Labas rytas || [ˈlɑbɑs ˈrɪtɑs] || Good morning
|-
| Laba diena || [ˈlɑbɑ ˈdɪɛnɑ] || Good day
|-
| Labas vakaras || [ˈlɑbɑs ˈvɑkɑrɑs] || Good evening
|-
| Labanakt || [ˈlɑbɑnɑkt] || Good night
|}
|}


Notice that when we want to say "good morning", we add "rytas". For "good afternoon", we use "diena", and for "good evening", we use "vakaras". Adding these words makes our greeting more specific to the time of day.
As you can see, "Labas" is the most common way to say hello in Lithuanian. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. "Sveikas" is used by males to greet someone, while "Sveika" is used by females. "Sveiki" is used to greet a group of people. Use "Labas rytas" to say good morning, "Laba diena" to say good day, and "Labas vakaras" to say good evening. Finally, "Labanakt" is used to say good night.
 
== Introducing Yourself ==
 
Now that you know how to say hello in Lithuanian, let's move on to introducing yourself. When meeting someone for the first time, it's common to exchange names and basic information. Here's an example conversation:


You can respond to "Labas" with the same word, or with "Sveikas" or "Sveika", which means "hey" or "hi".
A: Labas, mano vardas Jonas. || Hello, my name is Jonas.
B: Sveikas, Jonas. Malonu susipažinti. Aš esu Laura. || Hi, Jonas. Nice to meet you. I'm Laura.


== Introducing Yourself ==
In this conversation, "mano vardas" means "my name is" and "Aš esu" means "I am." You can replace "Jonas" and "Laura" with your own name when introducing yourself. Remember to use "Sveikas" if you're male and "Sveika" if you're female. To respond to someone's introduction, you can say "Malonu susipažinti," which means "Nice to meet you."
 
== Cultural Insights ==


Once you've greeted someone, it's time to introduce yourself. Here's a simple introduction in Lithuanian:
Greetings in Lithuania are often accompanied by a handshake and direct eye contact. It's important to make eye contact while greeting someone as it shows respect and sincerity. In formal situations, such as business meetings or official events, a more formal greeting is expected, including a slight bow of the head or a nod. It's also common to use formal titles when addressing someone older or in a position of authority, such as "Ponas" for Mr. and "Ponia" for Mrs./Ms.


"Mano vardas yra ____".
In addition, Lithuanians value punctuality and appreciate when others arrive on time for appointments and meetings. Being late without a valid reason may be seen as disrespectful. When greeting someone, it's polite to use their full name until given permission to use a more informal form of address.


This means "My name is ____". Here's an example:
== Exercises ==


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Now it's time to practice what you've learned. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of greetings and introductions in Lithuanian.
! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
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| Mano vardas yra Jonas || ma-no var-das y-ra yo-nas || My name is Jonas
|}


You can also say "Aš esu ____", which means "I am ____". Here's an example:
Exercise 1: Match the Greetings
Match the Lithuanian greetings with their English translations.


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! Lithuanian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Lithuanian !! English
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| Labas || Good morning
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| Sveikas || Hello
|-
| Labas vakaras || Hi (used by males)
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|-
| Aš esu Marytė || ash esu mah-ry-teh || I am Marytė
| Laba diena || Good day
|}
|}


After introducing yourself, it's polite to ask the other person for their name. In Lithuanian, you can say "Koks tavo vardas?" which means "What's your name?".
Solution:
* Labas - Hello
* Sveikas - Hi (used by males)
* Labas vakaras - Good evening
* Laba diena - Good day


== Additional Greetings ==
Exercise 2: Introduce Yourself
Imagine you're meeting a Lithuanian friend for the first time. Introduce yourself in Lithuanian and ask for their name.


Here are some additional greetings that you may find useful:
Solution:
A: Labas, mano vardas Justina. Kas tavo vardas? || Hello, my name is Justina. What's your name?
B: Sveika, Justina. Mano vardas Tomas. || Hi, Justina. My name is Tomas.


* "Sveiki" - This is a more formal greeting that is used when addressing a group of people or someone of higher status than you.
== Conclusion ==
* "Kaip sekasi?" - This is a way to ask "How are you?" in Lithuanian. Literally, it means "How is it going?".


Remember that in Lithuanian culture, it is important to show respect and politeness when greeting someone. Practice these basic greetings until you feel comfortable using them in conversation.
Congratulations! You've learned how to greet someone and introduce yourself in Lithuanian. Greetings and introductions are the first step in building connections and starting conversations. By understanding the basic greetings and cultural nuances, you'll be able to navigate social situations with ease. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary to expand your communication skills in Lithuanian. In the next lesson, we will learn how to ask and answer questions about names and nationalities. Ačiū ir viso gero! (Thank you and goodbye!)


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==Sources==
* [https://ling-app.com/lt/basic-words-and-phrases-in-lithuanian/ 50 Amazing Basic Words And Phrases In Lithuanian - Ling App]
* [https://blog.ilp.org/basic-lithuanian-phrases Basic Lithuanian Phrases You Need To Know Before You Travel ...]
* [https://ling-app.com/lt/basic-greetings-in-lithuanian/ Reserved And Polite: 10 Basic Greetings In Lithuanian - Ling App]


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* [https://ling-app.com/lt/basic-words-and-phrases-in-lithuanian/ 50 Amazing Basic Words And Phrases In Lithuanian - Ling App]
* [https://blog.ilp.org/basic-lithuanian-phrases Basic Lithuanian Phrases You Need To Know Before You Travel ...]
* [https://ling-app.com/lt/basic-greetings-in-lithuanian/ Reserved And Polite: 10 Basic Greetings In Lithuanian - Ling App]


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Lithuanian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Greetings and Introductions → Saying Hello

Introduction

In this lesson, we will learn how to greet someone and introduce yourself in Lithuanian. Greetings and introductions are the first step in any conversation, and they play a crucial role in building relationships and establishing rapport. By mastering the art of saying hello in Lithuanian, you will be able to confidently engage with native speakers and make a positive impression. In this lesson, we will cover the essential vocabulary and phrases for greetings and introductions, explore cultural nuances, and provide plenty of examples for practice. So let's get started and learn how to say hello in Lithuanian!

Basic Greetings

To begin any conversation, it's important to know how to say hello in Lithuanian. Here are some basic greetings that you can use:

Lithuanian Pronunciation English
Labas [ˈlɑbɑs] Hello
Sveikas [ˈsveɪkɑs] Hi (used by males)
Sveika [ˈsveɪkɑ] Hi (used by females)
Sveiki [ˈsveɪkɪ] Hi (used by a group)
Labas rytas [ˈlɑbɑs ˈrɪtɑs] Good morning
Laba diena [ˈlɑbɑ ˈdɪɛnɑ] Good day
Labas vakaras [ˈlɑbɑs ˈvɑkɑrɑs] Good evening
Labanakt [ˈlɑbɑnɑkt] Good night

As you can see, "Labas" is the most common way to say hello in Lithuanian. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. "Sveikas" is used by males to greet someone, while "Sveika" is used by females. "Sveiki" is used to greet a group of people. Use "Labas rytas" to say good morning, "Laba diena" to say good day, and "Labas vakaras" to say good evening. Finally, "Labanakt" is used to say good night.

Introducing Yourself

Now that you know how to say hello in Lithuanian, let's move on to introducing yourself. When meeting someone for the first time, it's common to exchange names and basic information. Here's an example conversation:

A: Labas, mano vardas Jonas. || Hello, my name is Jonas. B: Sveikas, Jonas. Malonu susipažinti. Aš esu Laura. || Hi, Jonas. Nice to meet you. I'm Laura.

In this conversation, "mano vardas" means "my name is" and "Aš esu" means "I am." You can replace "Jonas" and "Laura" with your own name when introducing yourself. Remember to use "Sveikas" if you're male and "Sveika" if you're female. To respond to someone's introduction, you can say "Malonu susipažinti," which means "Nice to meet you."

Cultural Insights

Greetings in Lithuania are often accompanied by a handshake and direct eye contact. It's important to make eye contact while greeting someone as it shows respect and sincerity. In formal situations, such as business meetings or official events, a more formal greeting is expected, including a slight bow of the head or a nod. It's also common to use formal titles when addressing someone older or in a position of authority, such as "Ponas" for Mr. and "Ponia" for Mrs./Ms.

In addition, Lithuanians value punctuality and appreciate when others arrive on time for appointments and meetings. Being late without a valid reason may be seen as disrespectful. When greeting someone, it's polite to use their full name until given permission to use a more informal form of address.

Exercises

Now it's time to practice what you've learned. Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of greetings and introductions in Lithuanian.

Exercise 1: Match the Greetings Match the Lithuanian greetings with their English translations.

Lithuanian English
Labas Good morning
Sveikas Hello
Labas vakaras Hi (used by males)
Laba diena Good day

Solution:

  • Labas - Hello
  • Sveikas - Hi (used by males)
  • Labas vakaras - Good evening
  • Laba diena - Good day

Exercise 2: Introduce Yourself Imagine you're meeting a Lithuanian friend for the first time. Introduce yourself in Lithuanian and ask for their name.

Solution: A: Labas, mano vardas Justina. Kas tavo vardas? || Hello, my name is Justina. What's your name? B: Sveika, Justina. Mano vardas Tomas. || Hi, Justina. My name is Tomas.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've learned how to greet someone and introduce yourself in Lithuanian. Greetings and introductions are the first step in building connections and starting conversations. By understanding the basic greetings and cultural nuances, you'll be able to navigate social situations with ease. Keep practicing and building your vocabulary to expand your communication skills in Lithuanian. In the next lesson, we will learn how to ask and answer questions about names and nationalities. Ačiū ir viso gero! (Thank you and goodbye!)

Table of Contents - Lithuanian Course - 0 to A1


Introduction to Lithuanian


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Food and Dining


Adjectives and Adverbs


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Shopping and Services


Lithuanian Traditions and Customs


Sources


Other Lessons


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