Bedeutung
Said after being introduced to someone.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Handshakes are very important when saying 'Дуже приємно'. Men should always shake hands. Women may choose to shake hands or simply nod politely. In formal business, it is common to add the person's name and patronymic after the phrase to show high respect. Younger Ukrainians might use 'Приємно' (dropping the 'Дуже') or 'Радий познайомитись' for a slightly faster, more casual vibe. In the Ukrainian diaspora (Canada, USA), this phrase is often preserved as a core piece of cultural identity and is used even by those who may not be fully fluent in the language.
The 'Navzaiem' Hack
If you forget how to pronounce 'приємно' under pressure, just wait for the other person to say it and reply with 'Навзаєм' (Nav-ZAY-em). It means 'Likewise' and sounds very natural.
Eye Contact is Key
In Ukraine, looking away while saying 'Дуже приємно' can seem suspicious or rude. Hold eye contact for at least one second.
Bedeutung
Said after being introduced to someone.
The 'Navzaiem' Hack
If you forget how to pronounce 'приємно' under pressure, just wait for the other person to say it and reply with 'Навзаєм' (Nav-ZAY-em). It means 'Likewise' and sounds very natural.
Eye Contact is Key
In Ukraine, looking away while saying 'Дуже приємно' can seem suspicious or rude. Hold eye contact for at least one second.
Don't over-smile
A polite, small smile is better than a huge grin, which can sometimes be interpreted as insincere in Slavic cultures.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
Олена: Привіт, я Олена. Іван: Привіт, Олено! _______.
In an introduction, 'Дуже приємно' is the standard response after hearing someone's name.
Which sentence is the most natural way to respond to a compliment?
— Твоя українська мова чудова! — _______.
'Мені дуже приємно' is the correct impersonal construction to express that you feel pleased.
Match the Ukrainian phrase with its English equivalent.
1. Дуже приємно. 2. Навзаєм. 3. Радий бачити.
These are the core social formulas for greetings and introductions.
In which situation would you NOT use 'Дуже приємно'?
Select the inappropriate situation:
'Дуже приємно' is for introductions or receiving compliments, not for saying goodbye to family.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Introduction Variations
Neutral
- • Дуже приємно
- • Приємно познайомитися
Formal
- • Маю за честь
- • Радий знайомству
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenОлена: Привіт, я Олена. Іван: Привіт, Олено! _______.
In an introduction, 'Дуже приємно' is the standard response after hearing someone's name.
— Твоя українська мова чудова! — _______.
'Мені дуже приємно' is the correct impersonal construction to express that you feel pleased.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
These are the core social formulas for greetings and introductions.
Select the inappropriate situation:
'Дуже приємно' is for introductions or receiving compliments, not for saying goodbye to family.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt is neutral. You can use it with a child, a peer, or the President of Ukraine. It is always appropriate.
No. Because it is an adverbial phrase ('It is pleasant'), it remains the same regardless of who is speaking or being spoken to.
Yes, but adding 'Дуже' (Very) makes it sound warmer and more complete. 'Приємно' alone can sometimes sound a bit clipped or hurried.
Do NOT use 'Дуже приємно'. Use 'Радий тебе бачити' (Glad to see you) instead.
You can say 'Дуже приємно' back, or use 'Навзаєм' (Likewise) or 'Мені також' (To me also).
Yes, often in the first email after being introduced by a third party: 'Мені було приємно познайомитися з вами на конференції...'
No. For 'You're welcome', use 'Будь ласка' or 'Нема за що'.
It's just the full version of the phrase. 'Познайомитись' means 'to get acquainted'. Both are equally common.
Yes! 'Дякую, мені дуже приємно' is a perfect way to show you appreciate the gesture.
The 'є' represents a 'ye' sound. It should be smooth: pree-YEM-no.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Приємно познайомитися
synonymNice to meet you (full version)
Навзаєм
builds onLikewise / Mutually
Радий бачити
contrastGlad to see (you)
Маю за честь
specialized formI have the honor
