Signification
Doing something in great haste.
Contexte culturel
Latvians often use this phrase to apologize for poor quality work, saying 'piedod, darīju pa galvu, pa kaklu' (sorry, I did it in a rush). In the countryside, this might describe cattle rushing back to the barn during a storm. Classic authors like Blaumanis use this to describe characters in states of emotional panic or physical flight. Used frequently in the context of 'sastrēgumi' (traffic jams) and the stress of city life.
Use with 'skriet'
If you are unsure, always use it with the verb 'skriet' (to run). It's the most natural pairing.
Not for formal reports
Don't use this in a formal essay about the economy unless you are being ironic.
Signification
Doing something in great haste.
Use with 'skriet'
If you are unsure, always use it with the verb 'skriet' (to run). It's the most natural pairing.
Not for formal reports
Don't use this in a formal essay about the economy unless you are being ironic.
The 'Sloppy' Nuance
Remember that using this phrase often implies the result wasn't very good because of the speed.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing words to complete the idiom.
Viņš skrēja uz autobusu pa ______, pa ______.
The idiom specifically uses 'galvu' (head) and 'kaklu' (neck).
Which situation best fits the phrase 'pa galvu, pa kaklu'?
Kura situācija ir piemērota?
The phrase describes extreme haste, like rushing for a train.
Match the action to the result of doing it 'pa galvu, pa kaklu'.
Ja tu raksti darbu pa galvu, pa kaklu, tad...
Doing something too fast usually leads to mistakes (kļūdas).
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesViņš skrēja uz autobusu pa ______, pa ______.
The idiom specifically uses 'galvu' (head) and 'kaklu' (neck).
Kura situācija ir piemērota?
The phrase describes extreme haste, like rushing for a train.
Ja tu raksti darbu pa galvu, pa kaklu, tad...
Doing something too fast usually leads to mistakes (kļūdas).
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, you can say 'viņš brauca pa galvu, pa kaklu,' but it implies he was driving dangerously and frantically.
No, it's not rude, but it is very informal. Don't use it with your boss unless you have a very close relationship.
Yes, it can be used for love, but 'iemīlēties līdz ausīm' (to fall in love up to the ears) is more common for romance.
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