Bedeutung
To be very kind and generous.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The concept of 'dobrota' (goodness) is often linked to the figure of the 'Slovenian Mother,' a central archetype in national literature who sacrifices everything for her children. In villages, 'srce iz zlata' is often proven through 'tovarištvo' (comradeship) during harvest or building houses. Major charity events like 'Dobrodelni maraton' use this imagery to encourage donations, appealing to the 'golden heart' of the nation. Many Slovenian folk songs with religious themes use gold to describe the hearts of saints or the Virgin Mary.
Use it for Grandparents
If you want to win over a Slovenian family, describe their grandmother (babica) as having a 'srce iz zlata'. It's the ultimate compliment.
Check the Case
Don't forget that 'iz' forces 'zlato' to become 'zlata'. Saying 'iz zlato' is a very common beginner mistake.
Bedeutung
To be very kind and generous.
Use it for Grandparents
If you want to win over a Slovenian family, describe their grandmother (babica) as having a 'srce iz zlata'. It's the ultimate compliment.
Check the Case
Don't forget that 'iz' forces 'zlato' to become 'zlata'. Saying 'iz zlato' is a very common beginner mistake.
Add 'Resnično'
To sound more native, add 'resnično' (truly) before the phrase: 'On ima resnično srce iz zlata'.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing word in the genitive case.
Moja babica ima srce iz _______ (zlato).
The preposition 'iz' requires the genitive case of 'zlato', which is 'zlata'.
Which sentence is the correct negation of the idiom?
Choose the correct negative form:
In negation, 'imeti' becomes 'nima' and the object 'srce' changes to the genitive 'srca'.
Match the person to the description.
Who most likely has a 'srce iz zlata'?
The idiom describes selfless kindness and generosity.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Marko je včeraj pomagal vsem sosedom pri čiščenju snega. B: Res? Marko ima ______.
Helping neighbors with snow is a classic example of having a heart of gold.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenMoja babica ima srce iz _______ (zlato).
The preposition 'iz' requires the genitive case of 'zlato', which is 'zlata'.
Choose the correct negative form:
In negation, 'imeti' becomes 'nima' and the object 'srce' changes to the genitive 'srca'.
Who most likely has a 'srce iz zlata'?
The idiom describes selfless kindness and generosity.
A: Marko je včeraj pomagal vsem sosedom pri čiščenju snega. B: Res? Marko ima ______.
Helping neighbors with snow is a classic example of having a heart of gold.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes! If you have a very kind and gentle dog, you can say 'Moj pes ima srce iz zlata.' It's very sweet.
Only if you have a very close relationship with the person. Otherwise, it's a bit too emotional for standard business correspondence.
'Dobro srce' (good heart) is a bit more basic. 'Srce iz zlata' is more emphatic and poetic.
Because of the preposition 'iz', which requires the genitive case. In Slovenian, the genitive of 'zlato' is 'zlata'.
No, that's not a standard idiom in Slovenian. We only use gold or stone.
Not at all. It is used by all generations, from children to the elderly.
It sounds a bit arrogant to say 'I have a heart of gold.' It's better to let others say it about you!
On ima srce iz zlata.
Younger people might say 'On je ful zlat' (He is totally golden).
No, it is strictly about their personality and kindness, regardless of their bank account.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Biti zlat človek
synonymTo be a golden person.
Imeti srce na dlanu
similarTo have one's heart on one's palm.
Imeti srce iz kamna
contrastTo have a heart of stone.
Biti zlata vreden
similarTo be worth gold.
