Signification
Describing chilly weather.
Contexte culturel
In the mountains, 'hladno' can occur even in August after sunset. Hikers always carry a 'flis' (fleece) because they know 'zunaj postane hladno' (it becomes cold outside) very quickly. Ljubljana is known for its fog (megla). When it's foggy and 'hladno', the dampness makes it feel much colder than the thermometer suggests. On the coast, 'hladno' is often associated with the 'burja' wind. Even if the sun is shining, the wind can make it feel 'hladno'. There is a cultural obsession with 'prepih' (drafts) and cold kidneys. 'Zunaj je hladno' is the ultimate justification for wearing extra layers.
The Adverb Rule
Always remember that weather in Slovenian is an action/state, so we use adverbs (ending in -o).
Don't be an Object
Never say 'Jaz sem hladno'. You aren't a cold beer; you're a person who feels cold ('Mene zebe').
Signification
Describing chilly weather.
The Adverb Rule
Always remember that weather in Slovenian is an action/state, so we use adverbs (ending in -o).
Don't be an Object
Never say 'Jaz sem hladno'. You aren't a cold beer; you're a person who feels cold ('Mene zebe').
Intensify it
Add 'zelo' (very) or 'precej' (quite) before 'hladno' to sound more natural.
Small Talk Gold
If you're stuck in an elevator with a Slovenian, 'Zunaj je pa hladno, ne?' is your best friend.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'It is cold outside.'
Zunaj ___ hladno.
'Je' is the 3rd person singular of 'biti' (to be), used for the present tense.
Which sentence is grammatically correct for 'It was cold outside'?
Choose the past tense version:
The past tense of the impersonal 'je' is 'je bilo'.
Match the Slovenian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
Understanding the intensity of weather words is key.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ali greš ven brez jakne? B: Da, zakaj? A: Ker ___ ___ ___.
The context of 'without a jacket' implies it is cold.
Match the phrase to the temperature.
Where would you say 'Zunaj je hladno'?
10°C is the typical 'hladno' range.
🎉 Score : /5
Aides visuelles
What to wear when 'Zunaj je hladno'
Essential
- • Jopica (Cardigan)
- • Jakna (Jacket)
Optional
- • Šal (Scarf)
- • Kapa (Hat)
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesZunaj ___ hladno.
'Je' is the 3rd person singular of 'biti' (to be), used for the present tense.
Choose the past tense version:
The past tense of the impersonal 'je' is 'je bilo'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Understanding the intensity of weather words is key.
A: Ali greš ven brez jakne? B: Da, zakaj? A: Ker ___ ___ ___.
The context of 'without a jacket' implies it is cold.
Where would you say 'Zunaj je hladno'?
10°C is the typical 'hladno' range.
🎉 Score : /5
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes, 'Zunaj' is optional if it's obvious you're talking about the outdoors.
'Hladno' is chilly (jacket weather), 'mrzlo' is freezing (heavy coat and gloves weather).
Use 'Postaja hladno'.
No, for food we use the adjective: 'hladna juha' (cold soup).
Slovenian is a pro-drop language and weather verbs are impersonal, so 'it' is built into the verb 'je'.
Only as an adjective ('hladen človek'), meaning they are emotionally distant.
Simply add a question mark and use rising intonation: 'Zunaj je hladno?' or use 'Ali je zunaj hladno?'.
'Zunaj je toplo' (It is warm) or 'Zunaj je vroče' (It is hot).
It is neutral and appropriate for all situations.
No, in this impersonal weather construction, it always stays 'hladno'.
Yes, 'Voda je hladna' (The water is cold), but note that here it's an adjective matching the feminine 'voda'.
People might say 'Zunaj brije' if it's windy and cold.
Expressions liées
Mrzlo je
similarIt is freezing/very cold
Sveže je
similarIt is fresh/brisk
Toplo je
contrastIt is warm
Ohlajuje se
builds onIt is cooling down
Pasja zima
specialized formDog's winter (biting cold)
