Signification
Describing someone who is not old.
Contexte culturel
In Lithuania, the 'Youth Day' (Jaunimo diena) is celebrated with festivals where the phrase 'jaunas žmogus' is used in every speech to inspire the next generation. In the startup scene in Vilnius, 'jaunas žmogus' is often synonymous with 'innovator' or 'disruptor'. Traditional songs (dainos) often depict the 'jaunas žmogus' (or 'bernelis') going to war or looking for a bride, emphasizing bravery and youth. It is considered polite for a 'jaunas žmogus' to use the formal 'Jūs' when speaking to anyone older, even if they are only 10 years older.
Gender Neutrality
Even though 'žmogus' is masculine, you can use 'jaunas žmogus' to refer to anyone whose gender you don't know or when speaking generally about youth.
The 'Naujas' Trap
Double-check your 'J' and 'N'. Saying someone is a 'naujas žmogus' sounds like they just were born or just joined a cult!
Signification
Describing someone who is not old.
Gender Neutrality
Even though 'žmogus' is masculine, you can use 'jaunas žmogus' to refer to anyone whose gender you don't know or when speaking generally about youth.
The 'Naujas' Trap
Double-check your 'J' and 'N'. Saying someone is a 'naujas žmogus' sounds like they just were born or just joined a cult!
Plural Power
Learn 'jauni žmonės' early. You will use the plural form almost as much as the singular when talking about social trends.
Respect
When an older person calls you 'jaunas žmogau', they are being friendly but also asserting their seniority. Smile and be polite!
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'jaunas žmogus' (Nominative).
Tas _______ _______ yra mano brolis.
The sentence needs a subject (Nominative case).
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
A) Aš matau jaunas žmogus. B) Aš matau jauną žmogų. C) Aš matau jauna žmogus.
The verb 'matau' (I see) requires the Accusative case ('jauną žmogų').
Match the Lithuanian phrase to its English translation.
1. Jaunam žmogui, 2. Jauno žmogaus, 3. Jauni žmonės
Dative (to), Genitive (of), and Plural Nominative forms.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
Petras: Ar tu matei tą vaikiną? Jonas: Taip, tas _______ _______ atrodo labai protingas.
The phrase is the subject of the verb 'atrodo' (looks/seems).
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Singular vs Plural
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesTas _______ _______ yra mano brolis.
The sentence needs a subject (Nominative case).
A) Aš matau jaunas žmogus. B) Aš matau jauną žmogų. C) Aš matau jauna žmogus.
The verb 'matau' (I see) requires the Accusative case ('jauną žmogų').
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Dative (to), Genitive (of), and Plural Nominative forms.
Petras: Ar tu matei tą vaikiną? Jonas: Taip, tas _______ _______ atrodo labai protingas.
The phrase is the subject of the verb 'atrodo' (looks/seems).
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, 'žmogus' is a general term for 'human'. However, 'jauna moteris' or 'mergina' is more specific for females.
It is neutral. You can use it with your friends or in a business meeting.
The plural is 'jauni žmonės'. Note that 'žmogus' becomes 'žmonės'.
You use the dative case: 'jaunam žmogui'.
Almost. 'Jaunuolis' is a single word for 'a youth', often used for males. 'Jaunas žmogus' is more common in speech.
Usually no. In Lithuania, 'youth' typically ends at 35. After that, they are just 'žmogus' or 'vyras/moteris'.
That is the accusative case, used when the young person is the object of an action (e.g., 'I see...').
It comes from 'žemė', meaning earth. It literally means 'earthling'.
Not at all! It is a very standard and polite description.
Like the 'g' in 'mirage' or the 's' in 'pleasure'. It's a soft, buzzing sound.
Expressions liées
jaunuolis
synonymA youth/young man
jaunimas
specialized formThe youth (collective)
jauna moteris
similarYoung woman
senas žmogus
contrastOld person
paauglys
builds onTeenager
