Significado
Said when someone sneezes.
Contexto cultural
Sneezing during a conversation is seen as a sign that the speaker is telling the truth. People will often interrupt to say 'На правду!' (For the truth!) along with 'Будьте здорові!'. It is common to wish health not just for a sneeze, but as a general greeting or parting wish, reflecting the high value of physical labor and health in village life. When a child sneezes, adults often say 'Рости великий!' (Grow big!) instead of the standard health wish, focusing on the child's development. Some believe that if you sneeze on an empty stomach on a Monday, it's a sign of a gift or a good week ahead.
Always respond
In Ukraine, it's considered slightly cold to ignore a sneeze. Even a quick 'Будьте здорові' goes a long way.
Watch the gender
If you use the informal version, make sure to use 'здоровий' for men and 'здорова' for women. Using the wrong one sounds like you're confused about who they are!
Significado
Said when someone sneezes.
Always respond
In Ukraine, it's considered slightly cold to ignore a sneeze. Even a quick 'Будьте здорові' goes a long way.
Watch the gender
If you use the informal version, make sure to use 'здоровий' for men and 'здорова' for women. Using the wrong one sounds like you're confused about who they are!
The 'Truth' Sneeze
If you want to sound like a native, add 'Це на правду!' if someone sneezes while making a point.
Ponte a prueba
Your boss sneezes. What do you say?
Начальник чхнув. Ваша реакція:
Since it's your boss, you must use the formal/plural form 'Будьте здорові!'.
Complete the sentence for a female friend named Maria.
Маріє, апчхи! Будь ______!
Maria is female, so we use the feminine singular adjective 'здорова'.
Match the phrase to the person.
1. Мама, 2. Директор, 3. Брат
Mom (Fem/Sing), Director (Formal), Brother (Masc/Sing).
Complete the dialogue.
— Апчхи! — Будьте здорові! — _______.
The standard response to 'Bless you' is 'Thank you' (Дякую).
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Who are you talking to?
Formal/Group
- • Будьте здорові!
Male Friend
- • Будь здоровий!
Female Friend
- • Будь здорова!
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosНачальник чхнув. Ваша реакція:
Since it's your boss, you must use the formal/plural form 'Будьте здорові!'.
Маріє, апчхи! Будь ______!
Maria is female, so we use the feminine singular adjective 'здорова'.
1. Мама, 2. Директор, 3. Брат
Mom (Fem/Sing), Director (Formal), Brother (Masc/Sing).
— Апчхи! — Будьте здорові! — _______.
The standard response to 'Bless you' is 'Thank you' (Дякую).
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasYes, it is the perfect formal response for a superior.
You can say it after the first sneeze, or wait until they finish and say it once.
No, unlike 'Bless you', it is a secular wish for health.
Simply say 'Дякую' (Thank you).
No, it's specifically for sneezing. For a cough, say 'Одужуйте' (Get well).
Frases relacionadas
На здоров'я
similarYou're welcome / To your health
Дай Боже здоров'я
specialized formMay God give you health
Одужуйте
similarGet well soon
Здоровенькі були
similarHello (traditional)
