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Bosnian Vocabulary → Basic Vocabulary for Everyday Life → Greetings and Introductions

As a Bosnian language teacher for over 20 years, I have found that mastering basic greetings and introductions is key to starting any conversation in Bosnian. Whether you plan to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina or simply want to surprise Bosnian friends with your language skills, learning to greet people and introduce yourself is a great place to start. In this lesson, I will provide you with essential Bosnian phrases and cultural information to help you feel confident in your interactions with Bosnian speakers.

Basic Greetings

When meeting someone for the first time, saying hello and introducing yourself is the standard protocol. Try practicing the following phrases:

Bosnian Pronunciation English
Zdravo zdrah-voh Hello (informal)
Dobar dan doh-bahr dahn Good afternoon/day (formal)
Dobro veče doh-broh veh-chay Good evening (formal)
Hvala hvah-lah Thank you
Molim moh-leem Please

As a newcomer to Bosnia and Herzegovina, you may find that locals are eager to engage in conversation with you. In response to their initial greeting, consider using one of the following common responses:

  • Pozdrav! - Greetings!
  • Kako si? - How are you? (informal)
  • Kako ste? - How are you? (formal)
  • Dobro sam, hvala. A vi? - I'm fine, thank you. And you? (formal)

Introducing Yourself

After greeting someone, it's natural to introduce yourself. Here are some phrases you can use to introduce yourself to others:

Bosnian Pronunciation English
Ja sam... yah sahm... My name is...
Drago mi je drah-goh mee yay Nice to meet you
Odakle ste? oh-dah-kleh steh Where are you from? (formal)
Iz koje si ti države? eez koh-yeh see tee dhr-zhah-veh Which country are you from? (informal)

When answering questions about yourself, you may want to include some additional information, such as your occupation or hobbies. Here are some sample phrases:

Bosnian Pronunciation English
Radim kao... rah-deem kao... I work as...
Volim... vo-leem... I like...

Social Etiquette

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, it's important to be aware of the local customs and social etiquette. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

  • When greeting someone, it's customary to shake hands and make eye contact.
  • Address elders and people in positions of authority with proper respect (gospodin for men and gospođa for women).
  • It's considered rude to interrupt someone while they're speaking.
  • When meeting someone for the first time, avoid discussing sensitive topics such as politics and religion.

Conclusion

By mastering basic greetings and introductions in Bosnian, you'll be able to connect with locals and make a positive impression. In addition to these common phrases, try practicing other conversational topics such as asking for directions, ordering food, or discussing the weather. Remember to stay positive, speak slowly and clearly, and make an effort to understand and appreciate the Bosnian culture.

Table of Contents - Bosnian Course - 0 to A1


Introduction to Bosnian Alphabet


Basic Bosnian Sentence Structure


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Verbs and Tenses


Numbers and Time


Food and Drink


Travel and Transportation


Bosnian Customs and Traditions


Adjectives and Adverbs


Family and Relationships


Hobbies and Leisure Activities


Bosnian Literature and Cinema


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