Bedeutung
Indicating that information has been understood
Kultureller Hintergrund
Latvians value 'skaidrība' (clarity) not just in speech but in character. A person who is 'skaidrs' is honest and transparent. In meetings, 'Viss skaidrs' is often the signal that the discussion is over and it's time to act. Prolonging the talk after this phrase can be seen as inefficient. Many folk songs (dainas) mention 'skaidrs ūdens' (clear water) as a symbol of purity and youth. This positive association carries over to the phrase. In the tech-savvy Latvian culture, 'Viss skaidrs' is often abbreviated in chats as 'sk' or simply 'skaidrs'.
The 'Aha' Moment
Use 'Ā, skaidrs!' when you suddenly understand something you were confused about. The 'Ā' adds a natural touch.
Tone Matters
Don't say it too quickly or with a flat tone, or you might sound like you're trying to end the conversation rudely.
Bedeutung
Indicating that information has been understood
The 'Aha' Moment
Use 'Ā, skaidrs!' when you suddenly understand something you were confused about. The 'Ā' adds a natural touch.
Tone Matters
Don't say it too quickly or with a flat tone, or you might sound like you're trying to end the conversation rudely.
Brevity is Key
In Latvia, just saying 'Skaidrs' is often enough. You don't always need 'Viss'.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing word to say 'Everything is clear'.
Paldies, ____ skaidrs.
'Viss' is the correct singular form to match the expression.
Which response is most appropriate after someone gives you directions?
A: Ejiet taisni. B: ________
'Viss skaidrs' is the standard way to acknowledge understanding.
Match the Latvian phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the pairs:
These variations cover different levels of formality and meaning.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural phrase.
Priekšnieks: 'Lūdzu, atsūtiet man to e-pastu.' Darbinieks: '________, tūlīt izdarīšu.'
In a work context, 'Viss skaidrs' confirms you've understood the task.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Skaidrs vs. Tīrs
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenPaldies, ____ skaidrs.
'Viss' is the correct singular form to match the expression.
A: Ejiet taisni. B: ________
'Viss skaidrs' is the standard way to acknowledge understanding.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
These variations cover different levels of formality and meaning.
Priekšnieks: 'Lūdzu, atsūtiet man to e-pastu.' Darbinieks: '________, tūlīt izdarīšu.'
In a work context, 'Viss skaidrs' confirms you've understood the task.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss, a waiter, or a friend. It's very safe.
No, for that you say 'Esmu skaidrā'. 'Viss skaidrs' only refers to information.
'Sapratu' means 'I understood' (action), while 'Viss skaidrs' means 'Everything is clear' (state). They are often interchangeable.
Simply add 'Vai' at the beginning: 'Vai viss skaidrs?'
Yes, it's a great way to acknowledge you've received and understood information.
Yes, but in the fixed phrase 'Viss skaidrs', it stays masculine because 'viss' is masculine.
Not usually, but it is very brief. In a formal setting, 'Viss skaidrs' or 'Sapratu' is slightly more polite.
Use 'Nekas nav skaidrs'.
You can say 'Debesis ir skaidras' (The sky is clear), but 'Viss skaidrs' is only for understanding.
It's an idiom meaning 'I get the picture' or 'It's clear now'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Sapratu
synonymI understood
Skaidra nauda
specialized formCash
Viss kārtībā
similarEverything is in order / OK
Skaidrot
builds onTo explain
