Signification
Used to tell someone to have a good time.
Contexte culturel
Slovenians love the outdoors. If you say 'Uživaj' to someone going to the mountains, it's considered a very sincere wish because nature is highly valued. In the capital, 'uživaj' is the unofficial slogan of the riverside cafes. It represents the 'relaxed' vibe of the city. On the coast, 'uživaj' is often said with a slower, more Mediterranean cadence, reflecting the slower pace of life by the sea. Slovenian influencers use 'Uživaj' constantly in captions to promote a lifestyle of travel and wellness.
The Dual Power
If you are talking to a couple, say 'Uživajta'. It sounds incredibly native and polite.
Don't be too formal
Saying 'Uživajte' to your best friend might sound like you are being sarcastic or distant.
Signification
Used to tell someone to have a good time.
The Dual Power
If you are talking to a couple, say 'Uživajta'. It sounds incredibly native and polite.
Don't be too formal
Saying 'Uživajte' to your best friend might sound like you are being sarcastic or distant.
Texting
In texts, 'Uživaj!' is often followed by a relevant emoji (☀️, 🍕, ✈️) to specify the vibe.
Teste-toi
You are talking to your best friend who is going to a concert. What do you say?
Maja: 'Grem na koncert!' Ti: '_______!'
Since it's your best friend (singular, informal), 'Uživaj' is the correct form.
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition and case.
Uživaj ___ (sonce - sun).
The verb 'uživati' takes 'v' + locative case.
Match the situation with the correct form of the phrase.
Situations: 1. To a couple, 2. To a boss, 3. To a sibling
Dual for two people, Plural/Formal for a boss, Singular for a sibling.
Fill in the missing word in this cafe dialogue.
Natakar: 'Izvolite torto.' Gost: 'Hvala.' Natakar: '_______!'
Waiters usually use the formal 'Vikanje' (Uživajte) with customers.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say Uživaj!
Activities
- • Hiking
- • Swimming
- • Dancing
Food
- • Coffee
- • Dinner
- • Ice cream
Travel
- • Vacation
- • Road trip
- • Flight
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMaja: 'Grem na koncert!' Ti: '_______!'
Since it's your best friend (singular, informal), 'Uživaj' is the correct form.
Uživaj ___ (sonce - sun).
The verb 'uživati' takes 'v' + locative case.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Dual for two people, Plural/Formal for a boss, Singular for a sibling.
Natakar: 'Izvolite torto.' Gost: 'Hvala.' Natakar: '_______!'
Waiters usually use the formal 'Vikanje' (Uživajte) with customers.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes! 'Uživaj v filmu' is very common.
Only if you have a very casual relationship. Otherwise, use 'Uživajte'.
No, it's a command. To say 'I like', use 'Rad imam' or 'Všeč mi je'.
The plural form is 'Uživajte'.
Absolutely not. It is only for positive, pleasurable events.
Uživaj v današnjem dnevu! or simply 'Uživaj!'
No, it's standard Slovenian, but the usage is informal.
'Zabavaj se' is specifically 'Have fun/party'. 'Uživaj' is broader and can be used for quiet moments too.
Only if you want to mention the specific thing being enjoyed. Otherwise, 'Uživaj!' alone is perfect.
Yes, it's identical in Croatian.
Expressions liées
Lepo se imej
synonymHave a nice time
Dober tek
similarBon appétit
Srečno
similarGood luck / Goodbye
Privošči si
specialized formTreat yourself
Zabavaj se
synonymHave fun
