المعنى
Expression used for something very good.
خلفية ثقافية
Serbians are very expressive. Using 'Ekstra!' with a big smile and a thumbs up is a great way to build rapport with locals. In Belgrade, slang changes fast. While 'Ekstra' is a classic, 'Top' and 'Gori' (literally: It's burning) are currently very trendy among teenagers. In Viber and WhatsApp groups (the most popular messaging apps in Serbia), 'Ekstra' is often shortened to 'Ex' or accompanied by the '100' emoji. In modern IT companies in Novi Sad and Belgrade, the culture is very relaxed, and 'Ekstra' is often heard in the office.
The 'Baš' Combo
To sound like a native, always put 'baš' before 'ekstra' (Baš je ekstra!). It adds that perfect level of emphasis.
Watch the Tone
If you say 'Ekstra' with a sigh, it means you're annoyed. Keep your voice upbeat for the positive meaning!
المعنى
Expression used for something very good.
The 'Baš' Combo
To sound like a native, always put 'baš' before 'ekstra' (Baš je ekstra!). It adds that perfect level of emphasis.
Watch the Tone
If you say 'Ekstra' with a sigh, it means you're annoyed. Keep your voice upbeat for the positive meaning!
Social Media King
If you don't know what to comment on a friend's photo, 'Ekstra!' is always a safe and appreciated choice.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the most natural slang word for 'awesome'.
Položio sam vozački ispit! — ________, čestitam!
Ekstra is the perfect reaction to someone passing a driving test.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct use of 'ekstra':
Ekstra is indeclinable and never changes its ending.
Match the situation to the best response.
Situation: Your friend shows you their new, expensive car.
'Ekstra je, brate!' (It's awesome, brother!) is a very common way to react to a friend's cool possession.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hoćeš da idemo na picu večeras? B: ________, u koliko sati?
Ekstra shows you are happy with the suggestion to go for pizza.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
When to say Ekstra!
Food
- • Pica
- • Burek
- • Kafa
Events
- • Žurka
- • Koncert
- • Odmor
News
- • Ispit
- • Posao
- • Putovanje
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينPoložio sam vozački ispit! — ________, čestitam!
Ekstra is the perfect reaction to someone passing a driving test.
Choose the correct use of 'ekstra':
Ekstra is indeclinable and never changes its ending.
Situation: Your friend shows you their new, expensive car.
'Ekstra je, brate!' (It's awesome, brother!) is a very common way to react to a friend's cool possession.
A: Hoćeš da idemo na picu večeras? B: ________, u koliko sati?
Ekstra shows you are happy with the suggestion to go for pizza.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
5 أسئلةYes, it is a fully integrated loanword. While it has Latin roots, it is used by almost every native speaker in casual contexts.
Only if you have a very friendly, informal relationship. In a traditional office, stick to 'Odlično.'
No. You can say 'Ekstra ljudi' (Extra/Great people) and 'Ekstra auto' (Extra/Great car).
'Vrh' is slightly more intense, like 'The best ever,' while 'Ekstra' is more like 'Awesome' or 'Great.'
Not at all! It's just informal. It's a very positive and friendly word.
عبارات ذات صلة
Vrh!
synonymThe top / The peak.
Super!
similarSuper / Great.
Sjajno
formal equivalentBrilliant.
Do jaja
slangTo the eggs (Awesome).
