Bedeutung
A quick route to a destination.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the Curonian Spit, 'trumpas kelias' often refers to crossing the dunes, though it is strictly forbidden to protect the environment. Locals use 'trumpas kelias' to describe 'kiemo vartai' (courtyard gates) that are left open, allowing pedestrians to cut through blocks. A 'trumpas kelias' in the countryside might involve crossing a neighbor's field, which usually requires a friendly 'Laba diena' to the owner. Lithuanian startups use 'trumpas kelias' to describe MVP (Minimum Viable Product) strategies.
Use the Superlative
When using a GPS, always look for 'trumpiausias kelias' (the shortest way).
Case Sensitivity
Remember that 'ieškoti' (to look for) needs the Genitive: 'trumpo kelio'.
Bedeutung
A quick route to a destination.
Use the Superlative
When using a GPS, always look for 'trumpiausias kelias' (the shortest way).
Case Sensitivity
Remember that 'ieškoti' (to look for) needs the Genitive: 'trumpo kelio'.
The Moral Path
Be careful using this figuratively; some might think you are looking for an 'easy way out' (negative connotation).
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the correct form of 'trumpas kelias'.
Mes einame ______ ______ (Instrumental case).
The verb 'eiti' (to go) requires the Instrumental case to indicate the route.
Which sentence means 'There is no shortcut to success'?
Select the correct translation:
'Nėra' (there is no) requires the Genitive case 'trumpo kelio'.
Match the Lithuanian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the positive, comparative, and superlative forms.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ar žinai, kaip greitai grįžti namo? B: Taip, žinau vieną ______ ______.
'Žinau' (I know) requires the Accusative case.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenMes einame ______ ______ (Instrumental case).
The verb 'eiti' (to go) requires the Instrumental case to indicate the route.
Select the correct translation:
'Nėra' (there is no) requires the Genitive case 'trumpo kelio'.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
These are the positive, comparative, and superlative forms.
A: Ar žinai, kaip greitai grįžti namo? B: Taip, žinau vieną ______ ______.
'Žinau' (I know) requires the Accusative case.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenUsually, 'trumpinys' or 'nuoroda' is used for icons, but 'trumpas kelias' is understood metaphorically.
It is 'trumpas kelias' because 'kelias' is masculine.
The opposite is 'ilgas kelias' (long road).
Yes, it is perfect for that context.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Kirsti kampą
synonymTo cut a corner
Tiesus kelias
similarStraight road
Aplinkkelis
contrastBypass / detour
Klystkelis
contrastWrong path
