Signification
A specific hobby.
Contexte culturel
The 'Verigar' stamp is a symbol of freedom. It was designed by Ivan Vavpotič and is a must-have for any local collector. In socialist Yugoslavia, stamp collecting was promoted as an educational hobby for pioneers (youth). Slovenian stamps are highly regarded for their high-quality printing and artistic design, often winning international awards. Younger Slovenians often view 'zbiranje znamk' as a 'retro' or 'vintage' hobby, similar to vinyl records.
Case Matters
Remember that 'znamke' is plural. If you say 'zbiram znamko', it sounds like you are looking for one specific stamp forever.
Brand vs Stamp
Avoid using 'znamka' for 'brand' in casual hobby talk unless you want to sound like a corporate collector.
Signification
A specific hobby.
Case Matters
Remember that 'znamke' is plural. If you say 'zbiram znamko', it sounds like you are looking for one specific stamp forever.
Brand vs Stamp
Avoid using 'znamka' for 'brand' in casual hobby talk unless you want to sound like a corporate collector.
Use 'rad'
To sound more natural, say 'Rad zbiram znamke' (I like collecting stamps) instead of just 'Zbiram znamke'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'zbirati'.
Moj brat ______ znamke že pet let.
The subject 'moj brat' is 3rd person singular, so the verb ends in -a.
Which sentence is correct in the negative form?
I don't collect stamps.
Negative sentences in Slovenian require the Genitive case ('znamk').
Match the Slovenian phrase with its English translation.
1. Zbiram znamke. 2. Zbiranje znamk. 3. Zbiralec znamk.
These are the three main forms of the phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ali imaš kakšen hobi? B: Da, ______ ______.
The speaker needs to conjugate the verb for 'I' and use the plural object.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Types of Znamke
Motivi
- • Narava
- • Zgodovina
- • Šport
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMoj brat ______ znamke že pet let.
The subject 'moj brat' is 3rd person singular, so the verb ends in -a.
I don't collect stamps.
Negative sentences in Slovenian require the Genitive case ('znamk').
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the three main forms of the phrase.
A: Ali imaš kakšen hobi? B: Da, ______ ______.
The speaker needs to conjugate the verb for 'I' and use the plural object.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is less common among young people but remains a very respected hobby among older generations and history buffs.
'Zbirati' is the ongoing process (the hobby), while 'zbrati' means you have successfully collected a specific set.
No, 'znamka' almost exclusively refers to physical postage stamps in this context.
You say 'album za znamke'.
Yes, it is used for someone who is very serious about the hobby.
Yes, it means 'brand' (e.g., modna znamka - fashion brand) and 'grade' in some archaic contexts.
You say 'redka znamka'.
It is 'znamk'.
No, 'kolekcionirati' is not a standard Slovenian verb. Use 'zbirati'.
Yes, the Filatelistično društvo Ljubljana is very active.
Expressions liées
zbirati kovance
similarto collect coins
ukvarjati se s filatelijo
specialized formto engage in philately
zbirati razglednice
similarto collect postcards
zbrati pogum
contrastto gather courage
