المعنى
Formal way to ask how someone is.
خلفية ثقافية
The 'Vi' form is not just about politeness; it's about social boundaries. Moving from 'Kako ste?' to 'Kako si?' is a major step in a friendship. In coastal regions, people might seem more relaxed, but 'Kako ste?' is still strictly used for elders and in official business. The capital is known for 'bečka škola' (Viennese school) etiquette. Formality is highly valued here, and 'Kako ste?' is used very frequently. In Croatian business, hierarchies are respected. Even if you work together for years, some people prefer to stay on 'Vi' terms to keep things professional.
The 'A Vi?' Trick
If you forget how to conjugate, just answer 'Dobro sam' and ask 'A Vi?'. It's always polite and buys you time.
Don't 'Ti' too early
It's better to be too formal than too informal. Wait for the other person to suggest 'ti'.
المعنى
Formal way to ask how someone is.
The 'A Vi?' Trick
If you forget how to conjugate, just answer 'Dobro sam' and ask 'A Vi?'. It's always polite and buys you time.
Don't 'Ti' too early
It's better to be too formal than too informal. Wait for the other person to suggest 'ti'.
Be ready for a real answer
Croatians don't always say 'Fine'. They might actually tell you how they are!
اختبر نفسك
You are meeting your new professor for the first time. Which greeting is most appropriate?
Dobar dan, profesore. _______?
A professor requires the formal 'Vi' form, which is 'Kako ste?'.
Complete the response to a formal greeting.
A: Kako ste? B: Dobro sam, hvala. A ___?
To ask 'And you?' back formally, you use 'A Vi?'.
Match the phrase to the person you are speaking to.
1. Kako si? | 2. Kako ste?
'Kako si' is for family (brother), 'Kako ste' is for formal relations (boss).
Complete the dialogue in a shop.
Prodavač: Dobar dan! Kupac: Dobar dan. Prodavač: Izvolite, _______?
In a service context, 'kako ste' is the polite standard.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formal vs Informal
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينDobar dan, profesore. _______?
A professor requires the formal 'Vi' form, which is 'Kako ste?'.
A: Kako ste? B: Dobro sam, hvala. A ___?
To ask 'And you?' back formally, you use 'A Vi?'.
1. Kako si? | 2. Kako ste?
'Kako si' is for family (brother), 'Kako ste' is for formal relations (boss).
Prodavač: Dobar dan! Kupac: Dobar dan. Prodavač: Izvolite, _______?
In a service context, 'kako ste' is the polite standard.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةYes! That is the primary way to be formal and respectful to a single individual.
No, 'Kako ste' is the same whether you are talking to a man, a woman, or a group.
The most common response is 'Dobro sam, hvala. A Vi?'.
In formal letters and emails, yes. In casual texting, it's not necessary.
Yes, it is the only correct way to ask a teacher how they are.
Don't worry! Most Croatians are very forgiving to learners. Just correct yourself next time.
Yes, it is identical and used the same way in all BCMS languages.
You still say 'Kako ste?'. If you want to be specific, you can say 'Kako ste svi?'.
Yes, it's very polite and appreciated.
Not at all. It is the standard for polite modern communication.
عبارات ذات صلة
Kako si?
similarHow are you? (informal)
Što ima?
slangWhat's up?
Kako ide?
similarHow's it going?
Kako se osjećate?
specialized formHow are you feeling?
Što se radi?
casualWhat's being done?
