Language/Slovenian/Vocabulary/Telling-Time
Introduction
Welcome to the Slovenian Vocabulary lesson on "Telling Time". In this lesson, you will learn how to tell time in Slovenian, including hours, minutes, and how to ask for the time.
Knowing how to tell time is crucial for any everyday conversation, such as scheduling appointments, discussing future plans, or talking about daily routines. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently read and write the time, as well as ask for it if you need to.
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Telling Time in Slovenian
The Basics of Time
Before we delve into telling the time in Slovenian, let's review some basics of time. Time is usually expressed in hours, minutes, and seconds, and it is measured on a 12-hour or 24-hour clock.
In Slovenia, both 12-hour and 24-hour clocks are commonly used, but the 24-hour clock is more official and formal. For instance, train schedules, timetables, and business hours usually follow the 24-hour system. On the other hand, the 12-hour system is more casual, and it is suitable for everyday conversations or social events.
The 12-hour Clock
When using the 12-hour clock in Slovenian, we use the following formula:
Hour + Minute + PRED/PO (AM/PM)
To indicate the hour in the 12-hour system, we use the numbers from 1 to 12 followed by "ura" (hour). After the hour, we include the minutes in the form of "štiri petindvajset" (4:25) or "dvajset minut čez pet" (twenty past five). Finally, we use "pred" or "po" to indicate whether the time is before noon ("pred") or after noon ("po"). In English, we use "AM" for "pred" and "PM" for "po".
Here are some examples:
* 2:15 PM
Dve petnajst popoldne.
* 7:30 AM
Sedem trideset zjutraj.
* 11:45 PM
Enajst štiriinštirideset zvečer.
The 24-hour Clock
The 24-hour clock is commonly used in situations that require a more formal approach, such as public transportation, military, or business. In this system, we use numbers from 0 to 23 to indicate the hours, followed by the minutes.
Unlike the 12-hour system, the 24-clock system does not use "pred" or "po", as it is based on the 24-hour period.
Here are some examples:
* 14:15
Štirinajst petnajst.
* 7:30
Sedem trideset.
* 23:45
Triindvajset štiriinštirideset.
Exceptions
While the two systems above are mostly used in Slovenian, there are some exceptions to them. For instance, in everyday casual conversations, people may use different expressions to indicate the time. Here are some examples of these expressions:
* Čas je za kosilo. (It's time for lunch)
* Danes je ura leta 1980. (Today is the year 1980)
* Nocoj še dan, jutri še dan. (Today still day, tomorrow still day)
Asking for the Time
Now that you know how to tell time in Slovenian, let's practice some ways of asking for the time. Here are some examples of questions you can ask:
* Katera ura je? (What's the time?/What time is it?)
* Kaj je ura? (What's the hour?)
* Koliko je ura? (What's the time?/What time is it?)
Some Additional Vocabulary
Before we put our knowledge of telling time and asking for it into practice, let's take a look at some essential vocabulary related to time in Slovenian:
| Slovenian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Ura | OOH-rah | Hour/clock/watch |
| Minute | Mee-NOO-tah | Minute |
| Sekunda | Suh-KOON-dah | Second |
| Jutro | YOO-troh | Morning |
| Opoldne | Oh-POHL-dneh | Noon |
| Popoldne | Poh-POHL-dneh | Afternoon/evening |
| Večer | VEH-chehr | Evening |
Practice
Now it's time to put our knowledge into practice. Below are some exercises to help you practice telling time in Slovenian.
Exercise 1: Telling Time (12-hour system)
Translate the following time into Slovenian, using the 12-hour clock system.
1. 8:10 AM
Dva ... ?
2. 11:55 AM
Enajst ... ?
3. 6:20 PM
Šest ... ?
4. 10:30 PM
Deset ... ?
Exercise 2: Telling Time (24-hour system)
Translate the following time into Slovenian, using the 24-hour clock system.
1. 03:40
Tri ... ?
2. 13:15
Trinajst ... ?
3. 18:50
Osemnajst ... ?
4. 21:25
Enaindvajset ... ?
Exercise 3: Asking for Time
Translate the following questions from English to Slovenian:
1. What's the time?
2. What time is it?
3. Could you tell me the time?
Conclusion
Telling time is essential for any conversation in Slovenian. Whether you are scheduling a meeting or planning a social event, knowing how to read and write the time is crucial for effective communication. In this lesson, you have learned how to tell time using both the 12-hour and 24-hour systems, as well as how to ask for the time. Practice the exercises provided to hone your skills in telling time, and use them in your everyday conversations. Good luck!
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Sources
- Telling Time In Slovenian: 24 Productive Hours - Ling App
- Date And Time In Slovenian: #1 Easy Guide | by Ling Learn ...