A1 particle

hvala

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The root of 'hvala' is present in many Slavic languages, often with similar meanings related to praise or gratitude. For example, in Russian, 'khvalit'' means 'to praise'.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 1/5

Short and common word.

Écriture 1/5

Easy to spell.

Expression orale 1/5

Simple pronunciation, widely used.

Écoute 1/5

Very common, easily recognizable.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Apprends ensuite

molim izvinite dobar dan

Avancé

zahvalan zahvaljujem se

Grammaire à connaître

When expressing gratitude in Serbian, 'hvala' is commonly followed by 'puno' or 'lepo' to intensify the thanks, meaning 'thank you very much' or 'thank you kindly.'

Hvala puno! (Thank you very much!)

When thanking someone specifically, 'hvala' is followed by the dative case of the pronoun or noun. For example, 'hvala ti' for thanking one person informally, or 'hvala vam' for thanking one person formally or multiple people.

Hvala ti na pomoći. (Thank you for your help. - informal singular) Hvala vam na strpljenju. (Thank you for your patience. - formal singular or plural)

To thank someone for something specific, use 'hvala na' followed by the noun in the locative case. The locative case is often indicated by prepositions like 'na' (on/for) or 'o' (about/for).

Hvala na pozivu. (Thank you for the invitation.) Hvala na informaciji. (Thank you for the information.)

'Hvala' can also be used as a standalone expression of thanks.

Hvala. (Thank you.)

When responding to 'hvala' (thank you), common phrases include 'nema na čemu' (you're welcome, literally 'there is nothing on what') or 'molim' (please/you're welcome).

A: Hvala! (Thank you!) B: Nema na čemu. (You're welcome.)

Exemples par niveau

1

Želim da izrazim svoju iskrenu zahvalnost za svu vašu pomoć oko projekta; hvala vam puno na svemu.

I want to express my sincere gratitude for all your help with the project; thank you very much for everything.

2

Hvala na razumevanju i strpljenju dok smo rešavali ovaj komplikovan problem.

Thanks for your understanding and patience while we were solving this complicated problem.

3

Samo hvala što ste došli večeras i uveličali našu proslavu.

Just thanks for coming tonight and gracing our celebration.

4

Hvala vam na ukazanom poverenju; potrudiću se da ga opravdam.

Thank you for the trust you have shown; I will do my best to justify it.

5

Nisam siguran kako da ti se odužim za svu podršku, ali jedno veliko hvala nije dovoljno.

I'm not sure how to repay you for all the support, but a big thank you is not enough.

6

Hvala što ste me obavestili o promenama u rasporedu; to mi mnogo znači.

Thanks for informing me about the schedule changes; it means a lot to me.

7

Bilo je zaista predivno veče, hvala vam još jednom na gostoprimstvu.

It was a truly wonderful evening, thank you once again for your hospitality.

8

Hvala svima koji su učestvovali u akciji čišćenja; vaš doprinos je bio neprocenjiv.

Thanks to everyone who participated in the cleanup action; your contribution was invaluable.

1

Hvala vam na prilici da budem deo ovog projekta. Zaista cenim to.

Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this project. I really appreciate it.

Formal 'you' (vam) used with 'hvala na' (thank you for).

2

Hvala na pozivu, ali nažalost neću moći da dođem. Možda sledeći put?

Thanks for the invitation, but unfortunately I won't be able to come. Maybe next time?

'Hvala na' (thanks for) is followed by the noun in the locative case (pozivu).

3

Hvala Bogu da smo konačno završili sa renoviranjem, bilo je krajnje vreme!

Thank God we're finally done with the renovation, it was high time!

'Hvala Bogu' is a common idiom meaning 'thank God'.

4

Ma, hvala ti što si se setio mog rođendana, stvarno mi znači.

Oh, thank you for remembering my birthday, it really means a lot to me.

Informal 'you' (ti) with 'hvala što' (thank you for) followed by a clause.

5

Hvala unapred na razumevanju i strpljenju dok rešavamo ovaj problem.

Thank you in advance for your understanding and patience while we resolve this issue.

'Hvala unapred' means 'thanks in advance'.

6

Iskreno hvala svima koji su dali svoj doprinos ovom uspehu.

Sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to this success.

Adverb 'iskreno' (sincerely) modifies 'hvala'.

7

Hvala na divnom gostoprimstvu! Osećali smo se kao kod kuće.

Thanks for the wonderful hospitality! We felt right at home.

'Hvala na' with the noun 'gostoprimstvu' (hospitality) in the locative case.

8

Ne, hvala, nisam gladan. Možda kasnije, ako se predomislim.

No, thank you, I'm not hungry. Maybe later, if I change my mind.

'Ne, hvala' is a common way to politely decline an offer.

Collocations courantes

Puno hvala. Many thanks. (Lit. Much thank you.)
Veliko hvala. Big thanks. (Lit. Big thank you.)
Hvala lepo. Thank you kindly/nicely.
Hvala mnogo. Thanks a lot.
Hvala na pomoći. Thanks for the help.
Hvala na razumevanju. Thanks for the understanding.
Hvala unapred. Thanks in advance.
Hvala za sve. Thanks for everything.
Hvala Bogu. Thank God.
Najlepše hvala. Thanks most beautifully. (Lit. Most beautiful thank you.)

Phrases Courantes

Hvala. Nema na čemu.

Thank you. You're welcome. (Lit. There is nothing on which.)

Hvala na pozivu.

Thanks for the invitation.

Hvala na strpljenju.

Thanks for the patience.

Hvala što ste došli.

Thanks for coming. (formal/plural)

Hvala što ste me saslušali.

Thanks for listening to me. (formal/plural)

Samo hvala.

Just thanks.

Reci hvala.

Say thanks. (informal singular)

Molim, hvala.

Please, thank you.

Hvala puno na poklonu.

Thank you very much for the gift.

Želim da kažem hvala.

I want to say thanks.

Modèles grammaticaux

"hvala" as an independent expression of gratitude. Using adverbs like "lepo" (nicely) and "puno" (a lot) to intensify "hvala". Using dative pronouns "ti" (to you, informal singular) and "vam" (to you, formal singular or plural) after "hvala" to specify the recipient of thanks. Using the preposition "na" + dative case to express thanks for something (e.g., "na pomoći" - for help, "na pozivu" - for the invitation). The word "hvala" itself is an invariable particle. No gender, number, or case agreement with "hvala".

Expressions idiomatiques

"Hvala lepo"

Thank you kindly / Thank you very much

Hvala lepo na pomoći. (Thank you kindly for the help.)

neutral

"Hvala ti"

Thank you (informal, singular)

Hvala ti za poklon. (Thank you for the gift.)

informal

"Hvala vam"

Thank you (formal, singular or plural)

Hvala vam na razumevanju. (Thank you for your understanding.)

formal

"Puno hvala"

Thanks a lot / Many thanks

Puno hvala na pozivu. (Many thanks for the invitation.)

neutral

"Veliko hvala"

Big thanks / A huge thank you

Veliko hvala svima koji su došli. (A huge thank you to everyone who came.)

neutral

"Najlepše hvala"

Thank you very much / The best thanks

Najlepše hvala na svemu. (Thank you very much for everything.)

neutral

"Hvala Bogu"

Thank God

Hvala Bogu da je gotovo. (Thank God it's over.)

neutral

"Unapred hvala"

Thanks in advance

Unapred hvala na odgovoru. (Thanks in advance for the reply.)

neutral

"Nema na čemu"

You're welcome / Don't mention it (response to hvala)

Hvala! - Nema na čemu. (Thanks! - You're welcome.)

neutral

"Hvala što ste došli"

Thank you for coming (formal, plural or singular formal)

Hvala što ste došli na našu proslavu. (Thank you for coming to our celebration.)

formal

Structures de phrases

A1

Hvala.

Hvala. (Thank you.)

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Hvala lepo.

Hvala lepo. (Thank you very much. / Thanks nicely.)

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Hvala puno.

Hvala puno. (Thank you a lot. / Thanks a lot.)

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Hvala ti.

Hvala ti. (Thank you (informal, singular).)

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Hvala vam.

Hvala vam. (Thank you (formal, singular or plural).)

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Hvala na pomoći.

Hvala na pomoći. (Thank you for the help.)

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Hvala na pozivu.

Hvala na pozivu. (Thank you for the invitation.)

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Hvala na svemu.

Hvala na svemu. (Thank you for everything.)

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'hvala' as 'hav-lah'. Sounds a bit like 'have a' nice day, as in 'Thank you, have a nice day!'

Association visuelle

Imagine a friendly Serbian person bowing slightly and saying 'hvala' with a big smile, holding out a delicious slice of 'lava' cake. The 'h' and 'v' sounds are prominent, like 'have' and 'lava'.

Word Web

molim (please/you're welcome) izvinite (excuse me/sorry) dobar dan (good day) doviđenja (goodbye) da (yes) ne (no)

Défi

Next time you want to say 'thank you' in English, try saying 'hvala' instead. Use it in different contexts: when someone holds a door for you, when you receive something, or when someone offers help.

Origine du mot

Proto-Slavic *xvala

Sens originel : praise, glory

Indo-European, Balto-Slavic, South Slavic

Contexte culturel

When someone says 'hvala,' it's common to respond with 'molim' (you're welcome/please). Serbs value gratitude and politeness, so 'hvala' is used frequently in daily interactions.

Teste-toi 108 questions

multiple choice A1

How do you say 'Thank you' in Serbian?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : hvala

'Hvala' is the standard way to say 'Thank you' in Serbian.

multiple choice A1

Someone offers you a coffee. What is a polite way to accept and say thanks?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Da, hvala.

'Da' means 'yes', so 'Da, hvala' means 'Yes, thank you.'

multiple choice A1

Which of these is NOT an appropriate response when someone says 'hvala' to you?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Doviđenja.

'Doviđenja' means 'Goodbye'. The others are ways to say 'You're welcome.'

true false A1

The word 'hvala' can be used to politely decline something.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

Yes, 'Ne, hvala' means 'No, thank you.'

true false A1

If you want to say 'Thank you very much' in Serbian, you can say 'Hvala mnogo'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

'Mnogo' means 'much' or 'a lot', so 'Hvala mnogo' translates to 'Thanks a lot'.

true false A1

It is common to say 'hvala' when greeting someone in Serbia.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Faux

'Hvala' means 'thank you'. 'Zdravo' or 'Dobar dan' are common greetings.

listening A1

A simple farewell after expressing gratitude.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala. Doviđenja.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
listening A1

A polite response to 'thank you'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Molim, hvala vama.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
listening A1

Expressing gratitude for assistance.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala na pomoći.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Hvala.

Focus: Hva-la

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Hvala puno.

Focus: Hva-la pu-no

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Nema na čemu.

Focus: Ne-ma na če-mu

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing A1

You want to thank someone in Serbian. How do you write 'Thank you'?

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Sample answer

Hvala.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing A1

Imagine you've received a gift. Write a short sentence in Serbian to say 'Thank you'.

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Sample answer

Hvala.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing A1

Your friend offered you help. How would you write 'Thank you' in Serbian?

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Sample answer

Hvala.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
reading A1

What word is used to express gratitude in the passage?

Read this passage:

Ovo je sto. Hvala. Ovo je stolica. Hvala.

What word is used to express gratitude in the passage?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : hvala

'Hvala' means 'thank you'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : hvala

'Hvala' means 'thank you'.

reading A1

In this text, what does 'Hvala' mean?

Read this passage:

Ja sam Ana. Hvala. Ti si Marko. Hvala.

In this text, what does 'Hvala' mean?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Thank you

'Hvala' translates to 'Thank you' in English.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Thank you

'Hvala' translates to 'Thank you' in English.

reading A1

If someone says 'Dobar dan' (Good day) and you want to be polite, what word from the passage would you use to express thanks?

Read this passage:

Dobar dan. Hvala. Doviđenja. Hvala.

If someone says 'Dobar dan' (Good day) and you want to be polite, what word from the passage would you use to express thanks?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala

'Hvala' is the Serbian word for 'thank you'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala

'Hvala' is the Serbian word for 'thank you'.

sentence order A1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala ti mnogo.

'Hvala' means 'thank you'. 'Ti' is 'you' (informal). 'Mnogo' means 'much' or 'a lot'. So, 'Thank you very much'.

sentence order A1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala za pomoć.

'Hvala' is 'thank you'. 'Za' means 'for'. 'Pomoć' means 'help'. So, 'Thanks for the help'.

sentence order A1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Nema na čemu.

This is a common response to 'hvala', meaning 'You're welcome' or 'No problem'. Literally, it means 'There is nothing on what'.

multiple choice A2

Choose the best response when someone says 'Hvala' to you.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Molim.

'Molim' is the most common and polite way to respond to 'Hvala' (Thank you) in Serbian, meaning 'You're welcome' or 'Please'.

multiple choice A2

Which of these phrases is equivalent to 'Thank you very much' in Serbian?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala puno.

'Hvala puno' means 'Thank you very much'. 'Puno' means 'a lot' or 'very much'. 'Hvala lepo' also works but 'puno' is more direct for 'very much'.

multiple choice A2

If someone gives you a gift, what would you most likely say?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala!

When someone gives you a gift, the appropriate response is 'Hvala!' (Thank you!).

true false A2

You can use 'Hvala' to express gratitude for someone holding a door for you.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

'Hvala' is used in various everyday situations to express thanks, including for small courtesies like holding a door.

true false A2

In Serbian, 'Hvala' can be used as a greeting when you meet someone for the first time.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Faux

'Hvala' means 'Thank you' and is not used as a greeting. Greetings like 'Zdravo' (Hello) or 'Dobar dan' (Good day) are used instead.

true false A2

It is impolite to say 'Hvala' after receiving help from a friend.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Faux

It is always polite and expected to say 'Hvala' (Thank you) after receiving help from anyone, including friends.

writing A2

You just received a gift from a Serbian friend. Write a short message thanking them and expressing your appreciation.

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Sample answer

Hvala ti puno na divnom poklonu! Baš mi se sviđa.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing A2

Imagine you are at a cafe in Serbia. The waiter brings your coffee. Write what you would say to thank them.

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Sample answer

Hvala vam na kafi! Izvolite.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing A2

A stranger helped you with directions in Belgrade. Write a short sentence to thank them.

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Sample answer

Hvala vam puno na pomoći oko puta!

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
reading A2

What is Marko thanking Ana for?

Read this passage:

Marko: Dobar dan, izvinite. Možete li mi pomoći? Tražim autobusku stanicu. Ana: Naravno, idite pravo, pa skrenite levo kod semafora. Marko: Hvala lepo! Ana: Nema na čemu.

What is Marko thanking Ana for?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : For helping him find the bus station.

Marko asked Ana for help finding the bus station, and she gave him directions, so he is thanking her for the help.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : For helping him find the bus station.

Marko asked Ana for help finding the bus station, and she gave him directions, so he is thanking her for the help.

reading A2

What did Jelena thank Ivan for?

Read this passage:

Jelena: Hvala ti za večeru, bilo je ukusno! Ivan: Drago mi je da ti se sviđa. Jelena: Stvarno je bilo super. Ivan: Nema problema, dođi opet.

What did Jelena thank Ivan for?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : For dinner.

Jelena specifically said 'Hvala ti za večeru' which means 'Thank you for dinner'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : For dinner.

Jelena specifically said 'Hvala ti za večeru' which means 'Thank you for dinner'.

reading A2

Who said 'Hvala vama' and why?

Read this passage:

Prodavac: Izvolite, vaš hleb. Kupac: Hvala! Koliko je? Prodavac: Dvadeset dinara. Kupac: Evo. Prodavac: Hvala vama.

Who said 'Hvala vama' and why?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : The seller, thanking the customer for the money.

The seller says 'Hvala vama' after the customer gives the money, indicating gratitude for the payment.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : The seller, thanking the customer for the money.

The seller says 'Hvala vama' after the customer gives the money, indicating gratitude for the payment.

multiple choice B1

Choose the most appropriate response when someone thanks you in Serbian.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Nema na čemu.

Nema na čemu is the standard polite response to 'hvala' (thank you) in Serbian, meaning 'you're welcome' or 'no problem'.

multiple choice B1

Someone says 'Hvala ti puno!' (Thank you very much!). How would you respond if you want to say 'It was my pleasure'?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Bilo mi je zadovoljstvo.

Bilo mi je zadovoljstvo directly translates to 'It was my pleasure' and is a common, polite response to express that you enjoyed helping.

multiple choice B1

You want to politely decline an offer, but also thank the person for it. Which phrase would you use?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala, ali ne treba mi.

Hvala, ali ne treba mi means 'Thank you, but I don't need it,' which is a polite way to decline an offer while showing gratitude.

true false B1

In Serbian culture, it's common to say 'Hvala' even for small favors.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

Serbian culture values politeness, and 'Hvala' (thank you) is frequently used for all kinds of assistance, big or small.

true false B1

If someone says 'Hvala', a casual response like 'OK' is perfectly acceptable in all situations.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Faux

While 'OK' might be understood, it's not a standard or polite response to 'Hvala' in Serbian. 'Nema na čemu' or 'Molim' are more appropriate.

true false B1

'Hvala lepo' means 'thank you very much'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

'Lepo' means 'nicely' or 'beautifully', and when paired with 'hvala', it intensifies the gratitude, meaning 'thank you very much' or 'thank you kindly'.

writing B1

Imagine you received a nice gift from a Serbian friend. Write a short thank you note. Make sure to express your gratitude clearly and mention the gift. (3-4 sentences)

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Dragi prijatelju, hvala ti puno na divnom poklonu! Mnogo mi se sviđa i baš si me obradovao/obradovala. Cenim tvoju pažnju. Vidimo se uskoro!

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing B1

You just finished a delicious meal at a Serbian restaurant. Write a short message to the waiter or owner thanking them for the food and service. (2-3 sentences)

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Sample answer

Hvala vam puno na odličnoj hrani i izvanrednoj usluzi! Sve je bilo preukusno. Sigurno ćemo se vratiti.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing B1

A Serbian colleague helped you with a difficult task at work. Write an email thanking them for their assistance. (3-4 sentences)

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Sample answer

Zdravo [Ime kolege], htela/hteo sam da ti se zahvalim na pomoći sa onim zadatkom. Mnogo mi je značilo i uštedelo mi je vreme. Stvarno si mi pomogao/pomogla. Hvala ti još jednom!

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
reading B1

Šta je Milica rekla Ani kada joj se zahvaljivala?

Read this passage:

Pre nekoliko dana, Milica je imala rođendan. Njena prijateljica Ana joj je poslala prelep buket cveća. Kada je Milica primila cveće, odmah je nazvala Anu da joj se zahvali. Rekla joj je: 'Hvala ti, Ana, na divnom poklonu! Mnogo mi se sviđa.'

Šta je Milica rekla Ani kada joj se zahvaljivala?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala ti, Ana, na divnom poklonu! Mnogo mi se sviđa.

Milica je izgovorila 'Hvala ti, Ana, na divnom poklonu! Mnogo mi se sviđa.' kako bi se zahvalila.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala ti, Ana, na divnom poklonu! Mnogo mi se sviđa.

Milica je izgovorila 'Hvala ti, Ana, na divnom poklonu! Mnogo mi se sviđa.' kako bi se zahvalila.

reading B1

Zašto se Marko zahvalio tetki?

Read this passage:

Marko je juče bio u poseti kod svoje tetke. Ona mu je spremila omiljeno jelo. Kada je završio sa jelom, Marko je rekao: 'Hvala ti, tetka, ovo je bilo preukusno!' Njegova tetka je bila veoma srećna što mu se dopalo.

Zašto se Marko zahvalio tetki?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Zato što mu je spremila ukusno jelo.

Marko se zahvalio tetki za ukusno jelo koje mu je spremila.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Zato što mu je spremila ukusno jelo.

Marko se zahvalio tetki za ukusno jelo koje mu je spremila.

reading B1

Kako je gospođa izrazila svoju zahvalnost mladiću?

Read this passage:

U autobusu, starija gospođa je ispustila torbu. Mladić koji je sedeo pored nje brzo se sagnuo i podigao joj je torbu. Gospođa mu je sa osmehom rekla: 'Hvala vam puno, mladiću, bili ste vrlo ljubazni.' Mladić je klimnuo glavom i uzvratio osmeh.

Kako je gospođa izrazila svoju zahvalnost mladiću?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Rekla mu je 'Hvala vam puno, mladiću, bili ste vrlo ljubazni.'

Gospođa je izrazila zahvalnost rečima 'Hvala vam puno, mladiću, bili ste vrlo ljubazni.'

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Rekla mu je 'Hvala vam puno, mladiću, bili ste vrlo ljubazni.'

Gospođa je izrazila zahvalnost rečima 'Hvala vam puno, mladiću, bili ste vrlo ljubazni.'

sentence order B1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : hvala na pomoći

This is a common way to say 'thank you for your help' in Serbian. 'Hvala' means thank you, 'na' means on/for, and 'pomoći' means help (in the dative case).

sentence order B1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : mnogo hvala za poklon

To say 'thank you very much for the gift,' you use 'mnogo hvala' (many thanks) and 'za poklon' (for the gift).

sentence order B1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : hvala vam na strpljenju

This phrase means 'thank you for your patience.' 'Vam' is the polite 'you' (dative plural), and 'strpljenju' is patience (dative).

listening B2

The speaker is expressing gratitude after an event.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala vam što ste došli na večeru. Bilo je divno veče.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
listening B2

Someone is declining an offer while still being polite.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Moraću da odbijem ponudu, ali hvala vam puno na razumevanju.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
listening B2

Someone received helpful advice.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala na savetu, zaista mi je pomogao da donesem odluku.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

Hvala na svemu što ste učinili za nas.

Focus: Hvala

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

Želeo bih da vam se zahvalim na strpljenju.

Focus: zahvalim

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking B2

Read this aloud:

Mnogo vam hvala na ovim informacijama, bile su dragocene.

Focus: dragocene

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
sentence order B2

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala na razumevanju.

This is a common polite phrase meaning 'Thank you for your understanding.' 'Hvala' comes first, followed by 'na' which means 'for' in this context, and then 'razumevanju' which is the dative case of 'razumevanje' (understanding).

sentence order B2

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Veliko hvala na pomoći.

'Veliko hvala' means 'Many thanks' or 'Thank you very much'. 'Na pomoći' means 'for the help'. The adjective 'veliko' (big/great) precedes 'hvala'.

sentence order B2

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala na dobrim željama.

This phrase translates to 'Thank you for the good wishes'. 'Hvala' is followed by 'na' and then the dative plural 'dobrim željama' (good wishes).

fill blank C1

Nakon iscrpne rasprave, svi su se složili da je najbolje rešenje ono koje nudi kompromis. Na kraju je pao dogovor, na čemu je predsedavajući izrazio veliku ___.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

U ovom kontekstu, predsedavajući izražava zahvalnost za postignuti dogovor, što je sinonim za 'hvala'. Ostale opcije ne odgovaraju značenju.

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Uprkos svim nedaćama, uspeli smo da završimo projekat na vreme. Za vašu nesebičnu pomoć, želim da vam se najiskrenije ___.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalimo

Glagol 'zahvalimo' (from 'zahvaliti se') je odgovarajući izraz zahvalnosti za pomoć. Ostali glagoli imaju suprotno ili nepovezano značenje.

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Kada mi je ponuđena neočekivana prilika za napredovanje, nisam oklevao ni trenutka da je prihvatim. Za takvu priliku, mogu samo da kažem veliko ___.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : hvala

'Hvala' je direktan izraz zahvalnosti za ponuđenu priliku. Ostale opcije su pozdravi ili izvinjenja.

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Nakon što mi je prijatelj pomogao da rešim komplikovan problem, osetio sam duboku ___ i rekao mu da ne znam kako bih mu ikada uzvratio.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

Duboka zahvalnost je prirodna emocija kada vam neko pomogne u rešavanju problema. 'Zahvalnost' je imenica izvedena iz 'hvala'.

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Kao odgovor na sve što ste učinili za našu zajednicu, želimo da vam iskažemo neizmernu ___ za vaš trud i posvećenost.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

Izražavanje neizmerne zahvalnosti je prikladan način da se ceni trud i posvećenost. Ostale opcije su negativne ili neprikladne.

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Iako je bilo mnogo prepreka, vaša podrška je bila ključna. Zbog toga, ne mogu dovoljno da vam se ___ za sve što ste uradili.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalim

Frazalni glagol 'zahvaliti se' je odgovarajući izraz kada se želi iskazati zahvalnost za ključnu podršku. 'Odužim' bi takođe mogao da se koristi, ali 'zahvalim' je direktniji izraz zahvalnosti.

listening C1

Someone is expressing gratitude for trust and cooperation. What exactly are they thanking for?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala vam na ukazanom poverenju i saradnji.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
listening C1

A person is overwhelmed with gratitude for help received. How does she feel about the help?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Ne znam kako da ti se dovoljno zahvalim za svu pomoć koju si mi pružio.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
listening C1

The speaker appreciates a clear explanation. What was the impact of the explanation?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala na detaljnom objašnjenju, sada mi je sve mnogo jasnije.
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

Želim da izrazim svoju iskrenu zahvalnost za vašu podršku tokom projekta.

Focus: iskrenu zahvalnost, podršku tokom

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

Bez vaše pomoći, ovo nikada ne bih uspeo da završim. Hvala vam neizmerno.

Focus: neizmerno, nikada ne bih uspeo

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

Hvala na razumevanju i strpljenju tokom rešavanja ovog komplikovanog problema.

Focus: razumevanju, strpljenju, komplikovanog

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing C1

You've just received exceptional service at a Serbian restaurant. Write a short thank-you note to the manager, expressing your appreciation for the staff's professionalism and the delicious food. Use formal language.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Poštovani menadžeru, želeo/želela bih da izrazim svoju iskrenu zahvalnost za izvanrednu uslugu koju sam doživeo/doživela u Vašem restoranu večeras. Profesionalnost Vašeg osoblja i izuzetna hrana su zaista ostavili snažan utisak. Hvala Vam puno.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing C1

Your Serbian friend helped you move apartments. Write a text message to them, thanking them for their help and offering to return the favor. Use informal language.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Hej! Hvala ti puno za svu pomoć oko selidbe danas, mnogo mi je značilo! Stvarno si mi olakšao/olakšala. Javi se kad god ti nešto zatreba, rado ću ti vratiti uslugu!

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
writing C1

You are writing an email to a Serbian business partner to confirm the successful completion of a project. Express your gratitude for their collaboration and look forward to future endeavors. Use semi-formal language.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Poštovani/Poštovana [Ime partnera], pišem Vam da potvrdim uspešno okončanje našeg projekta. Želim da Vam se najiskrenije zahvalim na izuzetnoj saradnji tokom celog procesa. Radujem se budućim zajedničkim poduhvatima. Srdačan pozdrav, [Vaše Ime].

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte :
reading C1

Šta je profesor Milanović posebno pohvalio u prezentaciji?

Read this passage:

Nakon što je predstavnik kompanije izneo detalje o novom projektu, publika je aplaudirala. Jedan od prisutnih, profesor Milanović, ustao je i rekao: „Hvala vam na iscrpnoj prezentaciji. Posebno cenimo transparentnost i pažnju posvećenu detaljima. Verujemo da će ovo biti prekretnica za našu industriju.“

Šta je profesor Milanović posebno pohvalio u prezentaciji?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Transparentnost i posvećenost detaljima.

Profesor Milanović je eksplicitno pomenuo 'transparentnost i pažnju posvećenu detaljima' kao nešto što posebno ceni.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Transparentnost i posvećenost detaljima.

Profesor Milanović je eksplicitno pomenuo 'transparentnost i pažnju posvećenu detaljima' kao nešto što posebno ceni.

reading C1

Kome je umetnik uputio iskrenu zahvalnost i zašto?

Read this passage:

U pismu zahvalnosti, umetnik je naveo: „Moja iskrena hvala ide svima koji su podržali moju izložbu. Vaše prisustvo i reči ohrabrenja su mi bili neprocenjivi. Bez vas, ovaj uspeh ne bi bio moguć. Nadam se da ću vas uskoro ponovo obradovati novim radovima.“

Kome je umetnik uputio iskrenu zahvalnost i zašto?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Svim posetiocima zbog prisustva i ohrabrenja.

Umetnik jasno kaže: 'Moja iskrena hvala ide svima koji su podržali moju izložbu. Vaše prisustvo i reči ohrabrenja su mi bili neprocenjivi.'

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Svim posetiocima zbog prisustva i ohrabrenja.

Umetnik jasno kaže: 'Moja iskrena hvala ide svima koji su podržali moju izložbu. Vaše prisustvo i reči ohrabrenja su mi bili neprocenjivi.'

reading C1

Šta je dobitnica nagrade istakla kao razlog svog uspeha?

Read this passage:

Tokom ceremonije dodele nagrada, dobitnica je, sa suzama u očima, izjavila: „Hvala vam iz dubine srca na ovom priznanju. Ovo je rezultat dugogodišnjeg truda i odricanja, a ova nagrada je kruna tog rada. Posebno se zahvaljujem svojim mentorima i porodici na bezuslovnoj podršci.“

Šta je dobitnica nagrade istakla kao razlog svog uspeha?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Dugogodišnji trud i odricanje.

Dobitnica jasno navodi: 'Ovo je rezultat dugogodišnjeg truda i odricanja, a ova nagrada je kruna tog rada.'

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Dugogodišnji trud i odricanje.

Dobitnica jasno navodi: 'Ovo je rezultat dugogodišnjeg truda i odricanja, a ova nagrada je kruna tog rada.'

sentence order C1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : razumevanje kulturnih nijansi je ključno

This sentence structure emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural nuances.

sentence order C1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : duboko uvažavanje lokalnih običaja doprinosi boljoj integraciji

The order highlights how respecting local customs leads to better integration.

sentence order C1

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : efikasna komunikacija zahteva poznavanje i verbalne i neverbalne komunikacije

This sequence shows that effective communication relies on both verbal and non-verbal understanding.

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Njegovo nesebično delovanje je doprinelo transformaciji celokupne zajednice, što je izazvalo duboko osećanje _________ među građanima.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnosti

The context implies a positive outcome due to his actions, leading to a feeling of gratitude among citizens. 'Zahvalnosti' (gratitude) fits best.

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Uprkos svim nedaćama, nikada nije prestao da izražava _________ za svaki mali gest dobrote koji bi mu bio ukazan.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

The sentence indicates that despite hardships, he continued to show appreciation for kindness. 'Zahvalnost' (gratitude/thankfulness) is the appropriate word.

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Njena elokventna reč i lucidne analize doprinose razvoju kritičkog mišljenja, te joj je stoga društvo dužno neizmernu _________.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

The sentence praises her contributions to critical thinking, suggesting society owes her gratitude. 'Zahvalnost' is the correct choice.

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Njegova postojanost u zalaganju za marginalizovane grupe donela mu je široko priznanje i duboku _________ od onih kojima je pomogao.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

His dedication to marginalized groups earned him recognition and deep gratitude from those he helped. 'Zahvalnost' (gratitude) fits the context of positive recognition.

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Posle višedecenijskog posvećenog rada i nebrojenih odricanja, kolektiv je, u znak duboke _________, organizovao svečanu proslavu u njegovu čast.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnosti

The collective organized a celebration in his honor after decades of dedicated work, indicating a deep feeling of gratitude. 'Zahvalnosti' is the correct term.

fill blank C2

Manifestacija takvog obima ne bi bila moguća bez nesebične podrške sponzora, te im organizatori izražavaju iskrenu _________.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : zahvalnost

The organizers are expressing sincere gratitude to the sponsors for their selfless support, which made the event possible. 'Zahvalnost' (gratitude) is the appropriate word.

multiple choice C2

Choose the most appropriate response when someone says 'Hvala na pomoći!' (Thanks for your help!):

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Nema na čemu. (You're welcome.)

In Serbian, 'Nema na čemu' is the standard and most polite reply to 'Hvala'.

multiple choice C2

Which of these phrases conveys a deeper sense of gratitude than a simple 'Hvala'?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala puno. (Thanks a lot.)

'Puno' means 'a lot' or 'much', so 'Hvala puno' intensifies the gratitude.

multiple choice C2

If you want to thank someone specifically for something, like 'Thanks for the coffee', how would you phrase it in Serbian?

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala na kafi. (Thanks for the coffee.)

The preposition 'na' followed by the dative case is used to express 'thanks for something'.

true false C2

The word 'hvala' can be used informally among friends.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

'Hvala' is a versatile word and is used in both formal and informal contexts to express thanks.

true false C2

It is common to respond to 'Hvala' with 'Molim'.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Vrai

'Molim' (literally 'I beg' or 'please') is another common and polite way to say 'You're welcome' in Serbian.

true false C2

In Serbian culture, it is considered rude to say 'hvala' after someone offers you food or a drink.

Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Faux

On the contrary, saying 'hvala' is an essential part of politeness and good manners in Serbian culture, especially when receiving something.

sentence order C2

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Neizmerno se zahvaljujem njima na razumevanju i strpljenju.

This sentence expresses profound gratitude for understanding and patience, common in formal acknowledgements.

sentence order C2

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Duboko cenim svaku podršku koju ste mi pružili i hvala vam.

This sentence emphasizes deep appreciation for all the support received, a polite and common expression.

sentence order C2

Touche les mots ci-dessous pour construire la phrase
Correct ! Pas tout à fait. Rponse correcte : Hvala vam na iskrenom gestu i želim vam sve najbolje u budućnosti.

This sentence conveys thanks for a sincere gesture and offers good wishes for the future, showing polite reciprocity.

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