معنی
Used to praise someone for an achievement.
زمینه فرهنگی
Handshakes are vital. When saying 'Gratulujem' in person, always offer a firm handshake. It's considered cold or insincere to just say the word without the gesture. The 'Name Day' (Meniny) tradition. Every day of the year is assigned a name. When it's your name day, people will say 'Gratulujem' or 'Blahoželám' to you. Modesty is key. If you are congratulated, it is polite to thank the person but not to brag further. A simple 'Ďakujem' is enough. Toasting. After a formal 'Gratulujem', especially at weddings or big parties, a toast (prípitok) usually follows.
The 'K' Rule
Always remember that 'Gratulujem' is followed by 'k'. It's the most common grammar mistake for beginners.
Eye Contact
Slovaks value sincerity. Look the person in the eye when you say it, or it might seem like you don't mean it.
معنی
Used to praise someone for an achievement.
The 'K' Rule
Always remember that 'Gratulujem' is followed by 'k'. It's the most common grammar mistake for beginners.
Eye Contact
Slovaks value sincerity. Look the person in the eye when you say it, or it might seem like you don't mean it.
Social Media
If you're lazy, just write 'Gratulka!' on a friend's post. It's the perfect casual shortcut.
Not for Birthdays?
While you CAN use it for birthdays, 'Všetko najlepšie' is much more common. Don't be surprised if you don't hear 'Gratulujem' at a birthday party.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the correct form of the pronoun (Dative case).
Gratulujem ___ (you - informal) k úspechu!
The verb 'gratulovať' always takes the Dative case. 'Ti' is the short Dative form of 'ty'.
Choose the correct preposition.
Gratulujem ___ novej práci.
In Slovak, you congratulate 'to' (k) something.
Match the situation to the best response.
Situation: Your friend just bought a house.
Buying a house is a positive achievement requiring congratulations.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Urobil som vodičák! B: ________!
Passing a driving test is a classic moment for 'Gratulujem'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Gratulujem vs. Blahoželám
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاGratulujem ___ (you - informal) k úspechu!
The verb 'gratulovať' always takes the Dative case. 'Ti' is the short Dative form of 'ty'.
Gratulujem ___ novej práci.
In Slovak, you congratulate 'to' (k) something.
Situation: Your friend just bought a house.
Buying a house is a positive achievement requiring congratulations.
A: Urobil som vodičák! B: ________!
Passing a driving test is a classic moment for 'Gratulujem'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends. For very informal settings, use 'Gratulka'.
Yes, but 'Všetko najlepšie' or 'Blahoželám' is more common for birthdays.
It takes the Dative case for the person (ti, vám, Petrovi).
Say 'Gratulujem k novej práci'.
'Gratulujem' is Latin-based and used for achievements. 'Blahoželám' is Slavic-based and used for life events.
Both are correct, but 'ti' is the standard short form used in 99% of cases.
No! That would be very rude. Use 'Skoré uzdravenie' (Get well soon).
Use the plural form: 'Gratulujeme'.
Yes, Slovak 'r' is always rolled/tapped.
Absolutely. It's very common in texts.
عبارات مرتبط
Blahoželám
synonymI wish you well
Všetko najlepšie
similarAll the best
Klobúk dolu
builds onHats off
Dobrá práca
similarGood job
Nech sa darí
builds onMay you prosper
