Significado
Used to wish someone a pleasant experience or day.
Contexto cultural
Slovenians use 'lepo' (beautifully) in many phrases where English uses 'nice' or 'good'. It reflects a cultural appreciation for harmony and aesthetics in daily life. In the capital, the phrase is often shortened to 'Mej se' or 'Fajn se mej'. The urban dialect tends to drop vowels and use German loanwords like 'fajn'. In the mountains, you might hear a more traditional, slightly slower pronunciation. People here are known for being hardworking, so 'Lepo se imej' is a genuine wish for well-deserved rest. On apps like Instagram or Facebook, 'Lepo se imej' is often accompanied by emojis like ✨ or ☀️. It is the standard 'kind' comment for travel photos.
The 'Hvala, enako' Rule
If someone says 'Lepo se imej' to you, the most common reply is 'Hvala, tudi ti!' (Thanks, you too!) or 'Hvala, enako!' (Thanks, same to you!).
Don't forget the 'SE'
Without the 'se', you are just telling someone to 'have beautifully', which sounds like you want them to possess something pretty. Always include the 'se'!
Significado
Used to wish someone a pleasant experience or day.
The 'Hvala, enako' Rule
If someone says 'Lepo se imej' to you, the most common reply is 'Hvala, tudi ti!' (Thanks, you too!) or 'Hvala, enako!' (Thanks, same to you!).
Don't forget the 'SE'
Without the 'se', you are just telling someone to 'have beautifully', which sounds like you want them to possess something pretty. Always include the 'se'!
The Dual Power
Using 'Lepo se imejta' when talking to a couple will instantly make you sound like a pro. Slovenians love it when foreigners master the dual!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of 'imej' for two friends (dual).
Marko in Ana, lepo se ______!
Since you are talking to two people (Marko and Ana), you must use the dual form 'imejta'.
Which phrase is the most appropriate for a formal goodbye to a professor?
Nasvidenje, gospod profesor, ...
'Lepo se imejte' is the formal/plural version, which is required when showing respect to a professor.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: Your best friend is going to a concert.
This specifically addresses the friend (singular) and the event (concert).
Complete the dialogue.
A: Grem v kino. B: Super! ______.
When someone says they are going somewhere fun, 'Lepo se imej' is the natural response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Grammar of 'Lepo se imej'
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosMarko in Ana, lepo se ______!
Since you are talking to two people (Marko and Ana), you must use the dual form 'imejta'.
Nasvidenje, gospod profesor, ...
'Lepo se imejte' is the formal/plural version, which is required when showing respect to a professor.
Situation: Your best friend is going to a concert.
This specifically addresses the friend (singular) and the event (concert).
A: Grem v kino. B: Super! ______.
When someone says they are going somewhere fun, 'Lepo se imej' is the natural response.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
8 preguntasYes, but only if the email is to a friend or a close colleague. For formal emails, use 'Lep pozdrav'.
Both are correct! 'Lepo se imej' is slightly more common as a quick parting, while 'Imej se lepo' sounds a bit more emphatic.
It's a reflexive pronoun that turns the verb 'to have' into 'to fare' or 'to experience'. It's like saying 'have yourself in a good state'.
No, that would be very inappropriate. Use 'Moje sožalje' (My condolences) or just a quiet 'Nasvidenje'.
Use 'Lepo se imejte'. Even if you are friendly, the plural/formal form is safer in a professional hierarchy.
Not rude, but very casual. Use it with friends your own age or younger.
It's used *as* a goodbye, but its literal meaning is a wish for the future, not just the act of leaving.
Yes! It's perfect for vacations. You can add 'na dopustu' (on vacation) to make it specific.
Frases relacionadas
Uživaj
synonymEnjoy!
Srečno
similarGood luck / Best wishes
Lep dan
similarNice day
Fajn se mej
specialized formHave a great time (slang)
