A1 Collocation Neutral

Trumpas kelias

Short path

Significado

A quick route to a destination.

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Contexto cultural

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.

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Use the Superlative

When using a GPS, always look for 'trumpiausias kelias' (the shortest way).

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Case Sensitivity

Remember that 'ieškoti' (to look for) needs the Genitive: 'trumpo kelio'.

Significado

A quick route to a destination.

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Use the Superlative

When using a GPS, always look for 'trumpiausias kelias' (the shortest way).

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Case Sensitivity

Remember that 'ieškoti' (to look for) needs the Genitive: 'trumpo kelio'.

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The Moral Path

Be careful using this figuratively; some might think you are looking for an 'easy way out' (negative connotation).

Ponte a prueba

Fill in the correct form of 'trumpas kelias'.

Mes einame ______ ______ (Instrumental case).

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: trumpu keliu

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:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Nėra trumpo kelio į sėkmę.

'Nėra' (there is no) requires the Genitive case 'trumpo kelio'.

Match the Lithuanian phrase with its English meaning.

Match the following:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: a

These are the positive, comparative, and superlative forms.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Ar žinai, kaip greitai grįžti namo? B: Taip, žinau vieną ______ ______.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: trumpą kelią

'Žinau' (I know) requires the Accusative case.

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Ayudas visuales

Banco de ejercicios

4 ejercicios
Fill in the correct form of 'trumpas kelias'. Fill Blank A2

Mes einame ______ ______ (Instrumental case).

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: trumpu keliu

The verb 'eiti' (to go) requires the Instrumental case to indicate the route.

Which sentence means 'There is no shortcut to success'? Choose B1

Select the correct translation:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Nėra trumpo kelio į sėkmę.

'Nėra' (there is no) requires the Genitive case 'trumpo kelio'.

Match the Lithuanian phrase with its English meaning. Match A2

Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: a

These are the positive, comparative, and superlative forms.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Ar žinai, kaip greitai grįžti namo? B: Taip, žinau vieną ______ ______.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: trumpą kelią

'Žinau' (I know) requires the Accusative case.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Preguntas frecuentes

4 preguntas

Usually, '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.

Frases relacionadas

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Kirsti kampą

synonym

To cut a corner

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Tiesus kelias

similar

Straight road

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Aplinkkelis

contrast

Bypass / detour

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Klystkelis

contrast

Wrong path

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