Signification
Formal expression of gratitude.
Contexte culturel
The 'Vi' form is a sign of respect for elders and strangers. Similar usage of 'vam' in formal settings. Identical usage of 'Hvala vam' for formal gratitude. Strong emphasis on formal address in traditional circles.
When in doubt, use 'vam'
If you are unsure about the formality, 'vam' is always the safer choice. It is better to be overly polite than rude.
The 'Vi' system
Serbian uses 'Vi' (capitalized in writing) to show respect. Always use 'vam' when you use 'Vi'.
Signification
Formal expression of gratitude.
When in doubt, use 'vam'
If you are unsure about the formality, 'vam' is always the safer choice. It is better to be overly polite than rude.
The 'Vi' system
Serbian uses 'Vi' (capitalized in writing) to show respect. Always use 'vam' when you use 'Vi'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct pronoun for a formal thank you.
Hvala ____ na informacijama.
'Vam' is the formal/plural dative pronoun.
Which is appropriate for a boss?
How do you thank your boss?
Always use 'vam' for superiors.
Match the situation to the correct phrase.
Match: Friend vs. Stranger
Ti is for friends, Vam is for strangers.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesHvala ____ na informacijama.
'Vam' is the formal/plural dative pronoun.
How do you thank your boss?
Always use 'vam' for superiors.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Ti is for friends, Vam is for strangers.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsNo, it sounds distant and cold.
Yes, it is used for both formal singular and plural.
Expressions liées
Hvala ti
contrastInformal thank you
Puno hvala
similarMany thanks
Hvala lepo
similarThank you nicely
Zahvaljujem
specialized formI thank you
