Signification
Confirming audio reception
Contexte culturel
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.
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'.
Signification
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'.
Add 'skaidri'
Adding 'skaidri' (clearly) makes you sound much more fluent in technical meetings.
Directness
Don't be offended if a Latvian just says 'Dzirdu' and nothing else. It's not rude; it's efficient.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'I hear you'.
Es ____ dzirdu.
The accusative form of 'tu' (you) is 'tevi'.
Which verb is used for physical hearing?
Vai tu mani ____?
'Dzirdi' comes from 'dzirdēt' (to hear), while 'klausies' means 'to listen'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Vai tu mani dzirdi? B: Jā, ____.
The most logical response to 'Do you hear me?' is 'I hear you'.
Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the basic variations of the phrase.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Hearing vs Listening
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesEs ____ dzirdu.
The accusative form of 'tu' (you) is 'tevi'.
Vai tu mani ____?
'Dzirdi' comes from 'dzirdēt' (to hear), while 'klausies' means 'to listen'.
A: Vai tu mani dzirdi? B: Jā, ____.
The most logical response to 'Do you hear me?' is 'I hear you'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the basic variations of the phrase.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, 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.
Expressions liées
Es tevi klausos
similarI am listening to you
Es tevi saprotu
similarI understand you
Vai tu mani dzirdi?
builds onDo you hear me?
Skaļāk, lūdzu
specialized formLouder, please
Es tevi redzu
contrastI see you
