Signification
Borrowed from English, meaning fashionable or good.
Contexte culturel
In Belgrade, 'kul' is more than a word; it's an attitude of 'beogradski šmeker' (a Belgrade charmer). It implies being street-smart but polite. The concept of 'bleja' (aimless chilling) is central to youth life. If a 'bleja' is good, it is described as 'kul'. Serbians use 'kul' in texts to avoid long explanations. It's the ultimate 'seen and acknowledged' word. The rock and alternative music scene in Serbia uses 'kul' to distinguish themselves from the 'turbo-folk' scene.
The 'Baš' Rule
If you want to sound more native, add 'baš' (really) before 'kul'. 'Baš kul' is much more common than just 'kul'.
Age Gap
While most people know the word, using it with someone over 80 might result in a confused look. Stick to 'lepo' for the elderly.
Signification
Borrowed from English, meaning fashionable or good.
The 'Baš' Rule
If you want to sound more native, add 'baš' (really) before 'kul'. 'Baš kul' is much more common than just 'kul'.
Age Gap
While most people know the word, using it with someone over 80 might result in a confused look. Stick to 'lepo' for the elderly.
The Verb Trick
Use 'Iskuliraj!' (Chill out!) when a friend is stressing over something small. It shows high fluency.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the appropriate slang word for 'cool'.
Tvoja nova frizura je baš ___!
In a casual context about a haircut, 'kul' is the most natural slang choice.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your friend suggests going to the cinema tonight.
'Može, kul' is a standard way to agree to a suggestion.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
A: Kako ti se sviđa moj novi stan? B: ________
'Baš je kul' is the correct way to express that the apartment is great.
Which sentence uses the verb form of 'kul' correctly?
Choose the correct sentence:
'Iskulirati' is the verb form meaning to ignore someone or chill.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say 'Kul'
People
- • Relaxed
- • Stylish
- • Friendly
Things
- • Music
- • Clothes
- • Gadgets
Situations
- • Parties
- • Plans
- • News
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesTvoja nova frizura je baš ___!
In a casual context about a haircut, 'kul' is the most natural slang choice.
Situation: Your friend suggests going to the cinema tonight.
'Može, kul' is a standard way to agree to a suggestion.
A: Kako ti se sviđa moj novi stan? B: ________
'Baš je kul' is the correct way to express that the apartment is great.
Choose the correct sentence:
'Iskulirati' is the verb form meaning to ignore someone or chill.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt's a loanword, but it's fully integrated into the language and used by almost everyone in casual speech.
Technically yes, but it's rare. Use 'sveže' for cool breeze or 'hladno' for cold drinks.
No, it is indeclinable. 'Kul ljudi' (Cool people) is correct.
'Kul' is more about being relaxed/stylish, while 'ekstra' is more about being high quality or exciting.
Only if your boss is very young and you have a very casual relationship. Otherwise, avoid it.
You use the verb form: 'Iskulirao me je.'
Yes, it is universal across all Serbo-Croatian speaking areas.
The slang opposite is 'bezveze' (pointless/lame) or 'truba' (trumpet/lame).
Usually no. For food, use 'ukusno' (tasty) or 'ekstra' if it's amazing.
It's common among younger people or when being playful/ironic.
Expressions liées
Vrh
similarPeak / Top
Ekstra
synonymExtra / Great
Bzvz (Bezveze)
contrastPointless / Lame
Opušteno
similarRelaxed / No worries
Iskulirati
builds onTo chill or to ignore
