Significado
Agreeing completely with a statement.
Contexto cultural
In Serbian 'kafana' culture, 'Baš tako' is often accompanied by a slow nod and perhaps a sigh if the topic is a shared hardship. Montenegrins might use 'Baš tako' with a more rhythmic, elongated pronunciation to show deep, contemplative agreement. In Bosnia, you might hear 'Taman tako' as a very common regional variation that carries the same weight of agreement. In the north, speech is often slower and more formal; 'Upravo tako' might be heard more frequently in urban centers like Novi Sad.
The Nod
Always accompany 'Baš tako' with a slight nod to look more like a native speaker.
Don't Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence your friend says, you might sound like you're not really listening.
Significado
Agreeing completely with a statement.
The Nod
Always accompany 'Baš tako' with a slight nod to look more like a native speaker.
Don't Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence your friend says, you might sound like you're not really listening.
The 'E' Factor
Add a short 'E' at the beginning ('E, baš tako!') to sound more enthusiastic and natural.
Complaint Bonding
Use it when someone complains about the government, the weather, or prices—it's the fastest way to make a Serbian friend.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: Mislim da je ovaj film predugačak. B: ________, traje skoro tri sata!
'Baš tako' is the only option that shows agreement with the statement about the film's length.
Match the situation with the best response.
Situation: Your friend says 'Belgrade is very loud at night.'
'Baš tako' is a natural response to agree with an observation.
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase of agreement.
_______ tako!
The standard phrase for 'Exactly so' is 'Baš tako'.
Which phrase is the most formal version of 'Baš tako'?
Choose the formal equivalent:
'Upravo tako' is slightly more formal and precise.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosA: Mislim da je ovaj film predugačak. B: ________, traje skoro tri sata!
'Baš tako' is the only option that shows agreement with the statement about the film's length.
Situation: Your friend says 'Belgrade is very loud at night.'
'Baš tako' is a natural response to agree with an observation.
_______ tako!
The standard phrase for 'Exactly so' is 'Baš tako'.
Choose the formal equivalent:
'Upravo tako' is slightly more formal and precise.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, but also with your boss or a waiter. For very formal documents, use 'Upravo tako'.
Only if the question is asking for confirmation of a manner or opinion. If someone asks 'Are you coming?', say 'Da', not 'Baš tako'.
'Baš tako' is more emphatic ('Exactly so'), while 'Tako je' is more factual ('That is so'). They are often interchangeable.
No, 'baš' can also mean 'very' (baš lep - very beautiful) or 'really' (baš mi se sviđa - I really like it).
The 'E' is a conversational particle used to grab attention or add emphasis. It makes the agreement sound more spontaneous.
Yes, 'Baš tako' is perfectly understood and used in Croatia, Bosnia, and Montenegro as well.
Yes, in a semi-formal or informal email to confirm you agree with a point made in a previous message.
You would say 'Ne baš' or 'Nije baš tako'.
No, it is standard Serbian, though it is very common in spoken language.
It's like the 'sh' in 'ship'. Make sure your tongue is slightly curved back.
Frases relacionadas
Upravo tako
synonymExactly so / Precisely so
Tako je
similarThat's right / It is so
Slažem se
similarI agree
Baš me briga
contrastI don't care at all
Taman tako
specialized formJust right / Exactly so
