A1 Expression خنثی

Es tevi dzirdu.

I hear you.

معنی

Confirming audio reception

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زمینه فرهنگی

Latvians value clear, concise communication. Saying 'Es tevi dzirdu' is often enough to acknowledge someone without needing to add 'How are you?' or other pleasantries. With Riga being a tech hub, this phrase is the unofficial anthem of co-working spaces like Teikums or OraculeTang. The concept of 'dzirdēt' is often associated with the 'meža māte' (Mother of the Forest) who hears everything. It implies a connection to the environment. Latvia has a strong public radio culture (Latvijas Radio). The phrase is iconic in call-in shows where listeners confirm they are on the line.

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Shorten it!

In casual settings, just say 'Dzirdu!' to be more native-like.

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The 'Tevi' trap

Don't say 'Es tu dzirdu'. Always use 'tevi'.

معنی

Confirming audio reception

💡

Shorten it!

In casual settings, just say 'Dzirdu!' to be more native-like.

⚠️

The 'Tevi' trap

Don't say 'Es tu dzirdu'. Always use 'tevi'.

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Add 'skaidri'

Adding 'skaidri' (clearly) makes you sound much more fluent in technical meetings.

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Directness

Don't be offended if a Latvian just says 'Dzirdu' and nothing else. It's not rude; it's efficient.

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the missing word to say 'I hear you'.

Es ____ dzirdu.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: tevi

The accusative form of 'tu' (you) is 'tevi'.

Which verb is used for physical hearing?

Vai tu mani ____?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: dzirdi

'Dzirdi' comes from 'dzirdēt' (to hear), while 'klausies' means 'to listen'.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Vai tu mani dzirdi? B: Jā, ____.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: es tevi dzirdu

The most logical response to 'Do you hear me?' is 'I hear you'.

Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning.

Match the following:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: a

These are the basic variations of the phrase.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

Hearing vs Listening

Dzirdēt (Hearing)
Es tevi dzirdu I hear your voice
Klausīties (Listening)
Es tevi klausos I am paying attention

بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the missing word to say 'I hear you'. جای خالی A1

Es ____ dzirdu.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: tevi

The accusative form of 'tu' (you) is 'tevi'.

Which verb is used for physical hearing? Choose A1

Vai tu mani ____?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: dzirdi

'Dzirdi' comes from 'dzirdēt' (to hear), while 'klausies' means 'to listen'.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: Vai tu mani dzirdi? B: Jā, ____.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: es tevi dzirdu

The most logical response to 'Do you hear me?' is 'I hear you'.

Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning. Match A1

هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: a

These are the basic variations of the phrase.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

No, use 'Es tevi saprotu' for understanding. 'Dzirdu' is only for audio.

Both are correct, but 'Es tevi dzirdu' is more common and rhythmic.

Say 'Es tevi nedzirdu'.

It is neutral. You can use it with anyone.

Use 'Es Jūs dzirdu' (formal you).

No, Latvian verbs in the present tense don't change based on gender.

No, for that you would say 'Es dzirdēju, ka...' (past tense).

'Dzirdēt' is passive (hearing a noise), 'klausīties' is active (listening to music/a person).

It's like the 'ds' in 'kids'. Practice saying 'kids-irdu'.

Yes, it's very common in texting if someone asks if you're there.

عبارات مرتبط

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Es tevi klausos

similar

I am listening to you

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Es tevi saprotu

similar

I understand you

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Vai tu mani dzirdi?

builds on

Do you hear me?

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Skaļāk, lūdzu

specialized form

Louder, please

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Es tevi redzu

contrast

I see you

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