Language/Slovenian/Vocabulary/Modes-of-Transportation
Introduction
Traveling and transportation are essential elements of daily life, and it is useful to learn how to communicate about them in Slovenian. In this lesson, you will learn the names of different modes of transportation in Slovenian, including car, bus, train, and airplane. You will also learn some useful phrases for asking about and giving directions.
Modes of Transportation
Traveling around Slovenia can be a wonderful experience, especially considering the natural beauty of the country. Let's start by learning the most common modes of transportation in Slovenian.
Cars and Other Road Vehicles
Cars and other road vehicles are probably the most common means of transportation in Slovenia for locals as well as tourists. Here are some common Slovenian words for different types of road vehicles:
| Slovenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| avtomobil | [àu̯to.mɔˈbíːl] | car |
| kombi | [ˈkóːm.bi] | van |
| tovornjak | [tɔˈvóːr.njak] | truck |
| motor | [mɔˈtóːɾ] | motorcycle |
| skuter | [ˈskúː.tɛɾ] | scooter |
| kolesar | [kɔlɛˈsár] | cyclist |
Some useful phrases to know when traveling by car or other road vehicles:
- Kje je parkirišče? - Where is the parking lot?
- Kje je najbližja črpalka? - Where is the nearest gas station?
- Koliko stane parkiranje? - How much does parking cost?
- Ali obstaja omejitev hitrosti? - Is there a speed limit?
- Ali imate zemljevid? - Do you have a map?
Public Transportation
Public transportation is a popular option for getting around Slovenia, especially in larger cities. Here are some common Slovenian words for different types of public transportation:
| Slovenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| avtobus | [owˈtóː.buws] | bus |
| tramvaj | [trám.ʋaj] | tram |
| vlak | [ʋlák] | train |
| letalo | [lɛˈtáː.lɔ] | airplane |
| taksij | [ˈtáks.i] | taxi |
| ladijski promet | [laˈdiɪ̯.ski ˈprɔ.mɛt] | shipping |
Some useful phrases to know when traveling by public transportation:
- Kje je postaja avtobusa? - Where is the bus station?
- Ali obstajajo popusti za študente/starostnike? - Are there discounts for students/seniors?
- Koliko stane vozovnica do ____? - How much is a ticket to ____?
- Kdaj pride naslednji vlak/tramvaj/avtobus? - When is the next train/tram/bus?
- Ali obstaja direktna povezava do ____? - Is there a direct connection to ____?
Air Travel
If you are planning to travel by air to or from Slovenia, here are some Slovenian words and phrases you might find useful:
- letališče - airport
- terminal - terminal
- check-in - prijava na let
- letalska vozovnica - plane ticket
- varnostni pregled - security check
- letalo je zamujalo - the plane was late
- prtljaga - luggage
- polet je bil preklican - the flight was cancelled
Bicycle
Bicycle tourism has become increasingly popular in Slovenia thanks to the country's beautiful scenery and well-maintained cycling routes. Here are some common Slovenian words related to cycling:
| Slovenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| kolo | [ˈkóː.lɔ] | bicycle |
| kolesarska steza | [kɔˈlɛː.saɾ.ska ˈstɛː.za] | cycling route |
| kolesarska dirka | [kɔlɛˈsaɾ.ska ˈdír.ka] | cycling race |
| čelada | [f'tʃɛ.lá.da] | helmet |
| krplje | [ˈkrpl.jɛ] | pedal |
| brzina | [ˈbər.zi.na] | speed |
Asking for Directions
When navigating your way around Slovenia, here are some useful phrases you may need to use:
- Kje je ___ ? - Where is ___?
- Ali lahko najdem ___ tukaj? - Can I find ___ here?
- Kako pridem do ___? - How do I get to ___?
- Ali mi lahko pokažete na zemljevidu? - Can you show me on the map?
- Ali lahko ponovite, prosim? - Can you repeat that, please?
Conclusion
In this lesson, you learned the names of different modes of transportation in Slovenian, including cars, buses, trains, and airplanes, as well as some useful phrases for asking about and giving directions. Knowing these words and phrases will be helpful when getting around Slovenia as a visitor or resident.