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Welcome to this exciting lesson on introducing yourself in Bosnian! In this lesson, we will explore essential vocabulary and phrases that will help you confidently share your name, age, and nationality. Understanding how to introduce yourself is a fundamental skill in any language, and it sets the stage for meaningful conversations with others.

As you embark on this journey, remember that mastering these basics will empower you to create connections with Bosnian speakers. This lesson is structured to provide you with clear examples, practical exercises, and engaging practice scenarios. By the end, you will be able to introduce yourself and ask others about themselves too!

Importance of Introducing Yourself

When meeting new people, the ability to introduce yourself is crucial. It is often the first step in communication and can lead to friendships, collaborations, or simply enjoyable conversations. In Bosnian culture, as in many others, a warm greeting and a personal introduction can create a positive impression and encourage openness.

Lesson Structure

1. Basic Vocabulary

2. Sentence Construction

3. Examples

4. Practice Exercises

5. Solutions and Explanations

Basic Vocabulary

Before we dive into sentence construction, let’s familiarize ourselves with some key vocabulary related to introductions. Here are essential words and phrases you'll need:

Bosnian	Pronunciation	English
Ja se zovem	Ya se zovem	My name is
Imam godina	Imam godina	I am ___ years old
Ja sam iz	Ya sam iz	I am from
Nacionalnost	Natsionalnost	Nationality
Kako se zoveš?	Kako se zoveš?	What is your name?
Drago mi je	Drago mi je	Nice to meet you
Gdje živiš?	Gdje živiš?	Where do you live?
Ja sam	Ya sam	I am
Ti si	Ti si	You are
On je	On je	He is

Sentence Construction

Now that we have our vocabulary down, let’s put these words into sentences. Here are some foundational structures you can use:

1. To introduce yourself:

• _Ja se zovem [Your Name]._ (My name is [Your Name].)

• Example: _Ja se zovem Marko._ (My name is Marko.)

2. To share your age:

• _Imam [Your Age] godina._ (I am [Your Age] years old.)

• Example: _Imam dvadeset godina._ (I am twenty years old.)

3. To state your nationality:

• _Ja sam [Your Nationality]._ (I am [Your Nationality].)

• Example: _Ja sam Amerikanac._ (I am American.)

4. To ask for someone else's name:

• _Kako se zoveš?_ (What is your name?)

• Example: _Kako se zoveš, prijatelju?_ (What is your name, friend?)

5. To express pleasure in meeting someone:

• _Drago mi je da te upoznam._ (Nice to meet you.)

• Example: _Drago mi je da te upoznam, Anja._ (Nice to meet you, Anja.)

Examples

Let’s explore more examples to solidify our understanding. Here are various introductions using the structures we just discussed:

Bosnian	Pronunciation	English
Ja se zovem Ana.	Ya se zovem Ana.	My name is Ana.
Imam trideset godina.	Imam trideset godina.	I am thirty years old.
Ja sam iz Sarajeva.	Ya sam iz Sarajeva.	I am from Sarajevo.
Ja sam Bosanka.	Ya sam Bosanka.	I am Bosnian (female).
Kako se zoveš?	Kako se zoveš?	What is your name?
Drago mi je da te upoznam.	Drago mi je da te upoznam.	Nice to meet you.
Ja sam iz Amerike.	Ya sam iz Amerike.	I am from America.
Imam dvadeset pet godina.	Imam dvadeset pet godina.	I am twenty-five years old.
Ti si moj prijatelj.	Ti si moj prijatelj.	You are my friend.
On je moj brat.	On je moj brat.	He is my brother.

Practice Exercises

Now it's time to practice what you've learned! Here are ten exercises designed to help you apply your new vocabulary and sentence structures.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with your information.

1. Ja se zovem _______.

2. Imam _______ godina.

3. Ja sam iz _______.

4. Ja sam _______ (your nationality).

Exercise 2: Translation Practice

Translate the following sentences into Bosnian.

1. My name is John.

2. I am 22 years old.

3. I am from London.

4. Nice to meet you.

Exercise 3: Question Formation

Form questions based on the following prompts.

1. What is your name? → _________

2. Where do you live? → _________

3. How old are you? → _________

4. What is your nationality? → _________

Exercise 4: Role Play

Pair up with a partner and practice introducing yourselves using the structures discussed. Take turns being the speaker and the listener.

Exercise 5: Listening Comprehension

Listen to someone else introduce themselves in Bosnian. Write down what they say, and then translate it into English.

Exercise 6: Matching Exercise

Match the Bosnian sentences with their English translations.

1. Ja se zovem Marko. → A. I am from Italy.

2. Imam četrdeset godina. → B. My name is Marko.

3. Ja sam iz Italije. → C. I am forty years old.

Exercise 7: Sentence Scramble

Unscramble the following words to form a correct sentence.

1. se / zovem / Marko / Ja

2. godina / Imam / dvadeset

3. iz / sam / Sarajeva / Ja

Exercise 8: Write a Short Paragraph

Write a short paragraph introducing yourself in Bosnian, using at least five sentences.

Exercise 9: Group Discussion

In small groups, discuss your introductions. Share your name, age, nationality, and where you live.

Exercise 10: Self-Recording

Record yourself introducing yourself in Bosnian. Play it back and listen for pronunciation and fluency.

Solutions and Explanations

Now, let’s go through the solutions for each exercise to ensure you fully understand the material.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

1. Fill in your name.

2. Fill in your age.

3. Fill in your place of origin.

4. Fill in your nationality.

Exercise 2: Translation Practice

1. Ja se zovem John.

2. Imam dvadeset i dvije godine.

3. Ja sam iz Londona.

4. Drago mi je da te upoznam.

Exercise 3: Question Formation

1. Kako se zoveš?

2. Gdje živiš?

3. Koliko godina imaš?

4. Koja je tvoja nacionalnost?

Exercise 4: Role Play

This is a practical exercise, so no specific solution is provided. Just practice with your partner!

Exercise 5: Listening Comprehension

This exercise is subjective. Write down what you hear.

Exercise 6: Matching Exercise

1 - B, 2 - C, 3 - A.

Exercise 7: Sentence Scramble

1. Ja se zovem Marko.

2. Imam dvadeset godina.

3. Ja sam iz Sarajeva.

Exercise 8: Write a Short Paragraph

This is subjective. Check for vocabulary usage and sentence structure.

Exercise 9: Group Discussion

Engage in discussions and encourage sharing.

Exercise 10: Self-Recording

Listen for clarity and pronunciation.

Congratulations on completing this lesson! By learning how to introduce yourself in Bosnian, you are taking a significant step in your language journey. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be conversing with others effortlessly.

Table of Contents - Bosnian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Bosnian Alphabet

• Bosnian Alphabet and Pronunciation
• Special Characters and Sounds

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Basic Bosnian Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Questions and Negations

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Greetings and Introductions

• Common Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Gender and Plurals
• Personal Pronouns

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Telling Time

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Food and Drink

• Common Foods
• Ordering at a Restaurant

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Bosnian Customs and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Traditional Music and Dance

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Agreement
• Comparatives and Superlatives

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Describing Relationships

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Hobbies and Leisure Activities

• Common Hobbies
• Sports and Fitness

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Bosnian Literature and Cinema

• Famous Writers and Works
• Bosnian Cinema

Sources

• Basic Conversation in Bosnian » App2Brain
• Learn the 30 most important words in Bosnian!

Other Lessons

• Ordering at a Restaurant
• Animals
• Greetings and Introductions
• Weather and Climate
• Family
• Common Greetings
• City
• Sports and Games
• Numbers
• Vegetables

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