Signification
Said when someone sneezes.
Contexte culturel
Eye contact during a toast is mandatory. It signifies honesty and respect. If you don't do it, people might think you are hiding something. In villages, 'Na zdravje' is often followed by a long conversation. It's not just a phrase; it's an invitation to stay and talk. It is common for the whole room to say 'Na zdravje' in unison if someone sneezes loudly. It's a small moment of communal bonding. Younger people often use 'Živeli' for drinks, but they almost always stick to 'Na zdravje' for sneezing.
The Double Sneeze
If someone sneezes twice, you can say 'Na zdravje' twice, but usually, once is enough. If they sneeze a third time, some people jokingly say 'Pa še denar!' (And money too!).
Don't skip it!
In Slovenia, not saying 'Na zdravje' when someone sneezes in a small group can be seen as slightly cold or indifferent.
Signification
Said when someone sneezes.
The Double Sneeze
If someone sneezes twice, you can say 'Na zdravje' twice, but usually, once is enough. If they sneeze a third time, some people jokingly say 'Pa še denar!' (And money too!).
Don't skip it!
In Slovenia, not saying 'Na zdravje' when someone sneezes in a small group can be seen as slightly cold or indifferent.
The Eye Contact Rule
When toasting, if you are in a large group, you don't need to clink everyone's glass, but you should at least make eye contact with the people closest to you.
Teste-toi
Match the situation to the correct use of 'Na zdravje'.
You are at a wedding and the best man finishes his speech.
In a toast, you say the phrase and clink glasses while making eye contact.
Complete the dialogue.
A: *Kihne* B: ________!
'Na zdravje' is the standard response to a sneeze.
Which of these is NOT a correct time to say 'Na zdravje'?
Select the incorrect context:
We do not say 'Na zdravje' for coughing.
Choose the most natural response.
Marko: 'Na tvoje zdravje, Ana!' Ana: '________, Marko!'
The standard response to a toast is to repeat the phrase back.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say 'Na zdravje!'
Sneezing
- • At home
- • In the office
- • On the bus
Drinking
- • With wine
- • With beer
- • With water
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesYou are at a wedding and the best man finishes his speech.
In a toast, you say the phrase and clink glasses while making eye contact.
A: *Kihne* B: ________!
'Na zdravje' is the standard response to a sneeze.
Select the incorrect context:
We do not say 'Na zdravje' for coughing.
Marko: 'Na tvoje zdravje, Ana!' Ana: '________, Marko!'
The standard response to a toast is to repeat the phrase back.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, it is perfectly acceptable in modern Slovenia, though traditionalists might make a small joke about it.
It is written as two words: 'Na zdravje'.
Simply say 'Hvala' (Thank you).
Yes, it is a neutral and polite phrase suitable for all hierarchy levels.
Expressions liées
Živeli
similarLive! / Cheers!
Srečno
contrastGood luck / Happily
Dober tek
builds onBon appétit
Na tvoje zdravje
specialized formTo your health (informal)
