Signification
Telling someone to move faster.
Contexte culturel
Lithuanians are very punctual. If you are 5 minutes late, you will likely hear 'Paskubėk' or a comment about the time. In Lithuanian business culture, 'Paskubėkite' is used sparingly. It's often replaced by 'Lauksime jūsų atsakymo' (We will wait for your answer) to be more polite. Grandparents in Lithuania often use 'Suskubk' instead of 'Paskubėk', which is a slightly older, more traditional form. Young people in Vilnius often use the English 'Hurry' or 'Davai' (from Russian) alongside 'Paskubėk'.
The 'ė' sound
Make sure to hold the 'ė' sound longer than the other vowels. It's the most important part of the word.
Don't be too bossy
In Lithuania, saying 'Paskubėk' too often can make you seem impatient or rude. Use it only when necessary.
Signification
Telling someone to move faster.
The 'ė' sound
Make sure to hold the 'ė' sound longer than the other vowels. It's the most important part of the word.
Don't be too bossy
In Lithuania, saying 'Paskubėk' too often can make you seem impatient or rude. Use it only when necessary.
Polite alternative
If you want to be polite, say 'Ar galėtumėte šiek tiek paskubėti?' (Could you hurry a little bit?).
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'paskubėti' for a friend.
Jonai, ________, mes vėluojame!
Since you are talking to Jonas (a friend), you use the informal singular imperative.
Which form is appropriate for your boss?
Direktoriau, prašau ________.
The plural/formal form 'paskubėkite' is required for professional respect.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You and your friends are going to the cinema together.
'Paskubėkime' means 'Let's hurry', which includes everyone in the group.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Autobusas tuoj nuvažiuos! B: ________, aš jau bėgu!
A is telling B to hurry up because the bus is leaving.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to use Paskubėk vs Paskubėkite
Paskubėk (Informal)
- • Friends
- • Siblings
- • Children
Paskubėkite (Formal)
- • Boss
- • Teacher
- • Strangers
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesJonai, ________, mes vėluojame!
Since you are talking to Jonas (a friend), you use the informal singular imperative.
Direktoriau, prašau ________.
The plural/formal form 'paskubėkite' is required for professional respect.
Situation: You and your friends are going to the cinema together.
'Paskubėkime' means 'Let's hurry', which includes everyone in the group.
A: Autobusas tuoj nuvažiuos! B: ________, aš jau bėgu!
A is telling B to hurry up because the bus is leaving.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsIt depends on who you say it to. With friends, it's fine. With strangers, it's rude.
'Paskubėk' is 'Hurry up', while 'Greičiau' is 'Faster'. They are often used together.
Use 'Paskubėkite'.
Only in a very informal email to a close friend. Otherwise, use 'Lauksime jūsų atsakymo'.
Expressions liées
Greičiau!
synonymFaster!
Krutinkis!
slangMove it!
Suskubti
similarTo make it in time
Neskubėk
contrastDon't hurry / Take your time
Skubus
builds onUrgent
