Signification
Telling someone not to worry.
Contexte culturel
In Belgrade, 'nema frke' is more than a phrase; it's a lifestyle. It represents the 'beogradski šmeker' (a cool, street-smart guy) who never lets anything get to him. In smaller villages, older people might find 'nema frke' a bit too modern or 'city-like'. They prefer 'Nema problema' or 'Bog s tobom' (God be with you). The Serbian startup scene is very influenced by Western 'casual' culture. Here, 'nema frke' is often heard between developers and managers. While 'nema frke' is still used, younger generations are increasingly using 'opušteno' or 'lagano' (lightly/easily) to mean the same thing.
Add 'Ma'
Add 'Ma' at the beginning ('Ma nema frke') to sound 100% more like a native speaker. It adds a dismissive, friendly tone.
Watch the Genitive
Never say 'Nema frka'. It marks you as a beginner immediately. Always use the 'e' ending.
Signification
Telling someone not to worry.
Add 'Ma'
Add 'Ma' at the beginning ('Ma nema frke') to sound 100% more like a native speaker. It adds a dismissive, friendly tone.
Watch the Genitive
Never say 'Nema frka'. It marks you as a beginner immediately. Always use the 'e' ending.
The 'Polako' Vibe
Use this phrase with a relaxed body language. If you say it while looking stressed, it loses its meaning!
Teste-toi
Choose the correct form of the phrase to respond to a friend.
Hvala ti što si mi pomogao oko selidbe!
The verb 'nema' requires the genitive case. The genitive singular of 'frka' is 'frke'.
In which of these situations is 'Nema frke' INAPPROPRIATE?
Select the situation where you should NOT use the phrase.
'Nema frke' is slang and highly informal. You must use formal language with high-ranking officials.
Fill in the missing word to complete the common variation.
Ma, ____ frke, sve je u redu!
The phrase is 'nema frke'. 'Ma' is often added for emphasis.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
Osoba A: Izvini, zaboravio sam da ti vratim pare danas. Osoba B: ________, vrati mi sutra.
'Nema frke' is the perfect way to dismiss a small debt or apology among friends.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say Nema Frke
Friends
- • Coffee
- • Texting
- • Parties
Strangers
- • Gym
- • Street
- • Bus
Avoid
- • Job Interview
- • Professor
- • Police
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesHvala ti što si mi pomogao oko selidbe!
The verb 'nema' requires the genitive case. The genitive singular of 'frka' is 'frke'.
Select the situation where you should NOT use the phrase.
'Nema frke' is slang and highly informal. You must use formal language with high-ranking officials.
Ma, ____ frke, sve je u redu!
The phrase is 'nema frke'. 'Ma' is often added for emphasis.
Osoba A: Izvini, zaboravio sam da ti vratim pare danas. Osoba B: ________, vrati mi sutra.
'Nema frke' is the perfect way to dismiss a small debt or apology among friends.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot at all, but it is very informal. It's like saying 'No worries' in English—perfect for friends, but maybe too casual for a bank manager.
Yes! It is understood and used throughout the former Yugoslavia, though Croatians might use 'Nema beda' more often.
'Nema problema' is neutral and standard. 'Nema frke' is slangier and cooler.
Because the word 'nema' always requires the genitive case in Serbian. For feminine nouns like 'frka', the ending changes to 'e'.
Better not. Use 'Nema na čemu' or 'Molim' to be safe and respectful.
Yes, on its own 'frka' means panic, a rush, or a fight. 'Bila je velika frka' means 'There was a big commotion'.
It's used equally by both, though it originated in male-dominated street culture.
Only if the email is to a close friend or a very casual colleague. Never in a formal business email.
Probably 'U velikoj sam frci' (I'm in a big rush/panic).
No, 'frka' is used in the singular for this idiom.
Expressions liées
Nema problema
synonymNo problem
Opušteno
similarRelaxed / Chill
Bez brige
similarWithout worry
Nema na čemu
similarYou're welcome
Sve je u redu
similarEverything is in order
Ništa strašno
similarNothing terrible
