Significado
Expressing indifference.
Contexto cultural
Using 'Svejedno mi je' when offered food is a sign of being a 'skroman' (modest) guest. It allows the host to feel in control and generous. In Montenegro, this phrase often accompanies the 'polako' (take it easy) philosophy. It's about not rushing into decisions that don't matter. The phrase is identical and used with the same frequency. It's part of the shared linguistic heritage of the region. People here are often perceived as more 'natentane' (slow/deliberate). 'Svejedno mi je' here might be said with a longer, more melodic drawl.
The 'Mi' Rule
Always keep 'mi' right after 'svejedno' or right after 'je' if you start with 'Meni je...'
Tone Matters
If you say it too fast with a flat tone, you might sound bored. Add a little smile to sound flexible!
Significado
Expressing indifference.
The 'Mi' Rule
Always keep 'mi' right after 'svejedno' or right after 'je' if you start with 'Meni je...'
Tone Matters
If you say it too fast with a flat tone, you might sound bored. Add a little smile to sound flexible!
The Negative Flip
Use 'Nije mi svejedno' when you want to show someone you really care about them. It's very touching.
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct form of the pronoun to say 'It's all the same to us.'
Svejedno ____ je.
'Nam' is the dative form for 'us'.
Complete the dialogue with the most polite option.
A: Hoćeš li jabuku ili krušku? B: ________________.
'Svejedno mi je' is the polite way to show you don't have a preference.
Fill in the missing word to say 'It was all the same to me.'
Svejedno mi je _______.
The neuter singular 'bilo' is used for impersonal constructions.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are annoyed and don't care about someone's opinion.
'Baš me briga' is the informal, slightly aggressive way to show you don't care.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosSvejedno ____ je.
'Nam' is the dative form for 'us'.
A: Hoćeš li jabuku ili krušku? B: ________________.
'Svejedno mi je' is the polite way to show you don't have a preference.
Svejedno mi je _______.
The neuter singular 'bilo' is used for impersonal constructions.
You are annoyed and don't care about someone's opinion.
'Baš me briga' is the informal, slightly aggressive way to show you don't care.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, it is generally polite and shows flexibility. However, context matters—don't use it for serious emotional questions.
Yes, in informal speech or texting, 'Svejedno' is a perfectly fine one-word answer.
'Meni je svejedno' puts more emphasis on 'ME'. It's like saying 'As far as I'm concerned...'
You can say 'Potpuno mi je svejedno' or the more informal 'Baš me briga'.
Only for trivial things like 'Would you like water or coffee?' Don't use it for job-related tasks!
Yes, the phrase is identical and used the same way in Croatian and Bosnian.
It is the Dative case (Dativ).
Svejedno joj je bilo.
Yes, 'Puca mi prsluk' is a very common slang alternative.
Yes, 'Svejedno mi je koga ćeš pozvati' (I don't mind who you invite).
Frases relacionadas
Baš me briga
contrastI don't care (stronger)
Nije bitno
similarIt's not important
Kako god
similarWhatever / However
Isto mi se hvata
specialized formIt's the same to me
