When using the adjective "nov" (new) in Serbian, it's important to remember that, like all Serbian adjectives, it must agree in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

For example, if you're talking about a new book (knjiga, feminine), you'd say "nova knjiga." If it's a new car (auto, masculine), it's "nov auto." For new shoes (cipele, plural feminine), you'd say "nove cipele."

Pay attention to these grammatical agreements, as they are crucial for speaking and writing correctly in Serbian.

When using the adjective 'nov' (new) in Serbian, it's crucial to pay attention to gender, number, and case, as it will change its ending to match the noun it describes. For example, you would say 'nov auto' (a new car - masculine), 'nova kuća' (a new house - feminine), and 'novo dete' (a new child - neuter). If you're talking about multiple new things, you'd use 'novi automobili' (new cars), 'nove kuće' (new houses), or 'nova deca' (new children). The case of the noun will also affect the ending of 'nov', so you'll see forms like 'novog automobila' (of a new car - genitive masculine). Mastering these declensions is key to using 'nov' correctly and naturally in various contexts.

§ What does it mean and when do people use it?

DEFINITION
The Serbian word "nov" (pronounced like 'nov' as in 'know' with a 'v' at the end) means 'new'. It's a fundamental adjective you'll use constantly. Just like in English, 'new' can refer to something recently acquired, never used before, or simply something that's different from what was there before.

You'll use "nov" to describe pretty much anything that is new. Think of all the situations where you'd use 'new' in English – a new car, a new house, new shoes, a new idea. It's the same in Serbian. This word is essential for basic communication.

Imam nov auto.

This translates to "I have a new car." Notice how "nov" comes before the noun "auto" (car), similar to English. This is a common pattern.

Kupio sam nov telefon.

Here, "Kupio sam nov telefon" means "I bought a new phone." Again, "nov" directly precedes the noun. It's a straightforward adjective to use.

When something is newly made or just appeared, you use "nov." For example, if a new building just finished construction, you'd call it "nova zgrada" (a new building). If a new song came out, you'd say "nova pesma" (a new song).

Ovo je nov restoran u gradu.

"This is a new restaurant in town." This shows its use for something recently established.

It's not just about physical objects. You can also talk about new experiences or new ideas. For instance, if you learn something you didn't know before, it's a "nova informacija" (new information).

Imam novu ideju.

"I have a new idea." Here, "novu" is used because "ideja" (idea) is a feminine noun. Don't worry about the ending change for now, just note the concept.

You'll frequently hear "nov" in greetings around holidays, such as "Srećna Nova Godina!" which means "Happy New Year!" This is one of the most common set phrases where you'll encounter the feminine form of "nov" because "Godina" (year) is feminine.

In essence, "nov" is your go-to word for anything that has recently appeared, been created, or is different from before. It's a direct equivalent to the English 'new'. Mastering its forms will significantly boost your ability to describe things in Serbian.

Alright, let's talk about 'nov' (new) in Serbian. This word is an adjective, and like most adjectives in Serbian, it needs to agree with the noun it describes. This means its ending changes based on the noun's gender, number, and case. Don't worry, it's not as scary as it sounds. We'll focus on the basics here.

§ Basic Forms of 'Nov'

The main forms you'll use most often are for masculine, feminine, and neuter singular nouns, and then for plural nouns.

Masculine Singular
Use 'nov' for masculine singular nouns.

Imam nov telefon. (I have a new phone.)

To je nov auto. (That is a new car.)

Feminine Singular
Use 'nova' for feminine singular nouns.

Ovo je nova knjiga. (This is a new book.)

Kupila sam novu haljinu. (I bought a new dress.)

Neuter Singular
Use 'novo' for neuter singular nouns.

To je novo pravilo. (That is a new rule.)

Želim novo ime. (I want a new name.)

Plural
For plural nouns, use 'novi' for masculine, 'nove' for feminine, and 'nova' for neuter.

Imamo nove planove. (We have new plans.) - Masculine plural

Ovo su nove cipele. (These are new shoes.) - Feminine plural

Čitam nova poglavlja. (I am reading new chapters.) - Neuter plural

§ Important Usage Notes

  • Adjectives almost always come BEFORE the noun they describe in Serbian, just like in English. So, you'll say 'nov auto' (new car), not 'auto nov'.

  • The forms you learned above are for the nominative case (when the noun is the subject of the sentence). As you learn more about Serbian cases, you'll see that 'nov' will change its ending further to agree with the noun's case as well. But for now, master these basic forms.

§ Common Phrases with 'Nov'

Let's look at some everyday phrases:

Srećna Nova Godina!
Happy New Year!

Here, 'Nova' agrees with 'Godina' (year), which is feminine.

Šta ima novo?
What's new? (Literally: What is there new?)

In this common greeting, 'novo' is used in its neuter singular form. It's a fixed phrase, so just learn it as is.

§ Prepositions with 'Nov'

Prepositions don't directly change 'nov', but they can affect the case of the noun that 'nov' is describing. For A1 level, you'll mostly see 'nov' in simple sentences without complex prepositions changing its form. Just keep using the basic forms you've learned when describing something new.

Pričam o novom poslu. (I'm talking about a new job.)

Here, 'o' (about) requires the locative case. 'Posao' (job) is masculine, so 'nov' changes to 'novom'. Don't stress too much about this now; it's a peek into future lessons. For A1, focus on the basic nominative forms.

That's enough for now. Keep practicing, and you'll get the hang of 'nov' and its forms. Serbian adjectives take some getting used to, but with consistent effort, you'll be using them correctly.

§ Understanding 'nov'

The Serbian word 'nov' (pronounced like 'nov' in 'novel') means 'new'. It's an adjective, which means it describes a noun. Just like in English, 'new' can refer to something recently made, acquired, or experienced. It's a very common word, so you'll hear it a lot in everyday conversations.

DEFINITION
New

Here’s a quick overview of how 'nov' changes based on the gender and number of the noun it describes. This is important for using it correctly:

  • Masculine singular: nov (e.g., nov auto - new car)
  • Feminine singular: nova (e.g., nova kuća - new house)
  • Neuter singular: novo (e.g., novo selo - new village)
  • Masculine plural: novi (e.g., novi automobili - new cars)
  • Feminine plural: nove (e.g., nove kuće - new houses)
  • Neuter plural: nova (e.g., nova sela - new villages)

§ 'Nov' in Everyday Talk: Work and School

You'll frequently hear 'nov' when people talk about their jobs, school, or just general updates. It’s a very practical word.

Imam nov projekat na poslu.

Meaning: I have a new project at work.

Kupio sam nov kompjuter.

Meaning: I bought a new computer.

At school, you might hear it like this:

Imamo novu učiteljicu.

Meaning: We have a new teacher (feminine).

To su nove knjige za školu.

Meaning: Those are new books for school.

§ 'Nov' in the News and Media

When you're reading or listening to Serbian news, 'nov' will appear constantly. It's essential for talking about recent events, developments, or products.

Objavljen je nov zakon.

Meaning: A new law has been published.

Predstavljen je nov model telefona.

Meaning: A new phone model was presented.

You might also hear phrases like:

Ima li šta novo?

Meaning: Is there anything new? (Often used as 'What's new?' or 'Any news?')

Ovo je novi razvoj događaja.

Meaning: This is a new development of events.

In the context of the news, 'nov' is crucial for reporting and discussing current affairs. It’s direct and to the point, just like the news should be.

§ Common Phrases with 'Nov'

Here are a few more common expressions where 'nov' is used:

  • Nova godina - New Year
  • Novi Sad - A major city in Serbia (literally 'New Garden')
  • Novac - Money (the word itself is related to 'new' but means 'currency', something 'new' or 'fresh' for exchange)

Understanding and using 'nov' correctly will significantly boost your ability to communicate about everyday things in Serbian. Just keep practicing the different forms!

§ Common Mistakes with 'Nov'

Alright, let's talk about 'nov' (new) and some easy-to-make mistakes. 'Nov' is a pretty straightforward word, but because Serbian has grammatical gender and cases, you need to pay attention to how you use it. Don't worry, it's not rocket science, just a few things to keep in mind.

§ Mistake 1: Forgetting Gender Agreement

This is probably the most common mistake. In Serbian, adjectives like 'nov' must agree in gender with the noun they describe. If the noun is masculine, 'nov' stays 'nov'. If it's feminine, it becomes 'nova'. If it's neuter, it's 'novo'. If you use 'nov' for a feminine or neuter noun, it'll sound off.

DEFINITION
Using the wrong gender form of 'nov' for a noun.

Incorrect: Ja imam nov kuća. (I have a new house.)

Correct: Ja imam novu kuću. (I have a new house.)

§ Mistake 2: Ignoring Case Agreement

This is where things get a bit more complex, but still manageable. Serbian has seven cases, and adjectives change their endings depending on the case of the noun they modify. At A1, you'll mostly deal with Nominative (the basic form) and maybe some Accusative (for direct objects). As you learn more cases, 'nov' will change even more.

DEFINITION
Not changing the ending of 'nov' to match the grammatical case of the noun.

Incorrect (if 'novi auto' is the object): Gledam novi auto. (I am looking at a new car.)

Correct (Accusative for masculine animate): Gledam novog psa. (I am looking at a new dog.)

Correct (Accusative for masculine inanimate or neuter): Gledam novi auto. (I am looking at a new car.)

§ Mistake 3: Overlooking Plural Forms

When talking about multiple 'new' things, 'nov' takes on plural forms. These also depend on gender and case, but at A1, you'll mostly see the Nominative plural.

DEFINITION
Not using the correct plural form of 'nov'.

Incorrect: To su nov knjige. (Those are new books.)

Correct: To su nove knjige. (Those are new books.)

Correct: To su novi automobili. (Those are new cars.)

Correct: To su nova sela. (Those are new villages.)

§ Quick Summary to Avoid Mistakes

  • Always check the gender of the noun 'nov' is describing.
  • For A1, mostly use the Nominative case forms (nov, nova, novo).
  • When talking about multiple things, remember the plural forms (novi, nove, nova).

Don't get discouraged! These grammatical features are fundamental to Serbian, and once you get the hang of them, your sentences will sound much more natural. Practice makes perfect, so keep speaking and writing. You'll master 'nov' in no time!

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /nɒv/
US /nɔːv/
short
तुकबंदी
zov rov kov
आम गलतियाँ
  • Pronouncing the 'o' too long, it's a short 'o' sound like in 'cot'.

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

Ovo je nov auto.

This is a new car.

Masculine singular noun 'auto' takes masculine singular adjective 'nov'.

2

Ona ima novu haljinu.

She has a new dress.

Feminine singular noun 'haljinu' takes feminine singular adjective 'novu'.

3

Kupili smo nove cipele.

We bought new shoes.

Plural noun 'cipele' takes plural adjective 'nove'.

4

On traži novi posao.

He is looking for a new job.

Masculine singular noun 'posao' takes masculine singular adjective 'novi'.

5

Da li je ovo nova knjiga?

Is this a new book?

Feminine singular noun 'knjiga' takes feminine singular adjective 'nova'.

6

Imam nov telefon.

I have a new phone.

Masculine singular noun 'telefon' takes masculine singular adjective 'nov'.

7

Oni žive u novoj kući.

They live in a new house.

Feminine singular noun 'kući' (locative case) takes feminine singular adjective 'novoj'.

8

To je nova ideja.

That is a new idea.

Feminine singular noun 'ideja' takes feminine singular adjective 'nova'.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"kao nov"

like new

Kupio sam polovan auto, ali je kao nov. (I bought a used car, but it's like new.)

neutral

"ništa novo"

nothing new (same old story)

Šta ima novo? Ništa novo, sve po starom. (What's new? Nothing new, same as always.)

neutral

"nova godina"

New Year

Srećna Nova godina! (Happy New Year!)

neutral

"novi svet"

new world

Tražili su novi svet, pun nade. (They sought a new world, full of hope.)

formal

"novi talas"

new wave (movement, trend)

Bio je to novi talas u muzici. (It was a new wave in music.)

neutral

"novi početak"

new beginning

Želela je novi početak u drugom gradu. (She wanted a new beginning in another city.)

neutral

"novi dan"

new day

Svaki novi dan donosi nove mogućnosti. (Every new day brings new opportunities.)

neutral

"nova prilika"

new opportunity

Ovo je nova prilika za nas. (This is a new opportunity for us.)

neutral

"novi zadatak"

new task/assignment

Imamo novi zadatak da završimo do sutra. (We have a new task to finish by tomorrow.)

neutral

"nove ideje"

new ideas

Uvek tražimo nove ideje za poboljšanje. (We are always looking for new ideas for improvement.)

neutral

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

The adjective nov (new) is quite straightforward. It behaves like most Serbian adjectives, meaning it changes its ending to agree in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.

Here are some examples:
- nov auto (a new car) - masculine singular
- nova kuća (a new house) - feminine singular
- novo dete (a new child) - neuter singular
- novi automobili (new cars) - masculine plural
- nove kuće (new houses) - feminine plural
- nova deca (new children) - neuter plural

It's used in many common phrases, such as:
- Srećna Nova godina! (Happy New Year!)
- Šta ima novo? (What's new?)
- Ovo je nov izazov. (This is a new challenge.)

सामान्य गलतियाँ

The most common mistake learners make with nov is forgetting to change its ending to match the noun it describes. For instance, saying 'nov kuća' instead of 'nova kuća'. Always remember the agreement rules for adjectives!

Another point of confusion can be with 'new' in the sense of 'recent' or 'just arrived'. While nov can sometimes cover this, for things like 'fresh news' you might use sveže vesti (fresh news) or 'recent developments' you might use skorašnji razvoj događaja. However, for a general 'new' item, nov is correct.

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Describing objects

  • Nova knjiga. (A new book.)
  • Novi auto. (A new car.)
  • Novo odelo. (A new suit.)

Referring to time

  • Nova godina. (New Year.)
  • Novi dan. (A new day.)
  • Novi vek. (A new century.)

Talking about experiences

  • Novo iskustvo. (A new experience.)
  • Novi početak. (A new beginning.)
  • Nova prilika. (A new opportunity.)

Speaking about people (less common for 'nov' directly for people, but for their roles/status)

  • Novi član tima. (A new team member.)
  • Novi komšija. (A new neighbor.)
  • Novi direktor. (A new director.)

Discussing ideas or concepts

  • Nova ideja. (A new idea.)
  • Nova metoda. (A new method.)
  • Nova perspektiva. (A new perspective.)

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"Da li voliš da kupuješ nove stvari? (Do you like to buy new things?)"

"Šta je nešto novo što si naučio/la nedavno? (What's something new you've learned recently?)"

"Koja je tvoja omiljena nova navika? (What's your favorite new habit?)"

"Kada si poslednji put probao/la nešto novo? (When was the last time you tried something new?)"

"Da li voliš da istražuješ nova mesta? (Do you like to explore new places?)"

डायरी विषय

Opiši novi predmet koji imaš i zašto ti se sviđa. (Describe a new item you have and why you like it.)

Napiši o novom iskustvu koje želiš da doživiš. (Write about a new experience you want to have.)

Šta bi promenio/la za novi početak? (What would you change for a new beginning?)

Razmisli o novoj ideji koju si imao/la. (Think about a new idea you've had.)

Kako se osećaš kada učiš nešto novo? (How do you feel when you learn something new?)

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

Nov means 'new' in Serbian. It's an adjective you'll use a lot.

You use 'nov' just like 'new' in English. For example, 'Ovo je nov auto.' (This is a new car.)

Yes, 'nov' is an adjective, so it changes its ending to match the noun it describes in gender, number, and case. This is a key part of Serbian grammar, and something you'll learn as you progress.

Certainly.
For a masculine noun: 'nov sto' (a new table).
For a feminine noun: 'nova knjiga' (a new book).
For a neuter noun: 'novo selo' (a new village).

Since 'cipele' (shoes) is a feminine plural noun, you would say 'nove cipele'. (New shoes.)

Nov means 'new' in terms of being recently made or acquired, like a new car or a new idea.
Mlad means 'young', referring to age, usually for living things, like a young person or a young animal. So you'd say 'nov telefon' (a new phone) but 'mlada žena' (a young woman).

Yes, a very common one is 'Srećna Nova Godina!' (Happy New Year!). You'll also hear 'Šta ima novo?' (What's new? / What's up?).

You would say 'novi početak'. (A new beginning.) 'Početak' is masculine, so 'novi' is used.

Not usually in the same way as English. If something is old but new to you, you might say 'ovo je prvi put da vidim' (this is the first time I see it) or 'ovo mi je nepoznato' (this is unknown to me). 'Nov' implies it's new in creation or acquisition.

The best way is through practice and exposure. Pay attention to how native speakers use it, and try to use it yourself in different contexts. It will become more natural over time.

खुद को परखो 66 सवाल

listening A2

This is my new car.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Ovo je moj novi auto.
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening A2

Do you have any new book?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Da li imaš neku novu knjigu?
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening A2

I bought new shoes.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Kupila sam nove cipele.
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

Imam novu ideju.

Focus: novu ideju

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

On traži novi posao.

Focus: novi posao

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

Danas je novi dan.

Focus: novi dan

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing A2

Imagine you just bought a new car. Describe it in three sentences. Use 'nov' or its forms at least once.

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

Sample answer

Kupio sam nov auto. On je crne boje i vrlo je udoban. Sviđa mi se moj novi auto.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing A2

You are moving into a new apartment. List three new things you need to buy for it. Use 'nov' or its forms.

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

Sample answer

Selim se u nov stan. Treba mi novi sto, nove stolice i nova lampa. Uzbuđen sam zbog novog početka.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing A2

Write a short message to a friend telling them about a new hobby you've started. Use 'nov' or its forms.

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

Sample answer

Ćao! Počeo sam novi hobi, učenje gitare. Vrlo je zanimljivo i zabavno. Možda će ti se svideti i tebi!

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
reading A2

Šta je Marko kupio?

Read this passage:

Marko je kupio novu kuću. Kuća je velika i ima prelepu baštu. Njegova porodica je vrlo srećna zbog novog doma.

Šta je Marko kupio?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novu kuću

Tekst jasno kaže da je Marko kupio 'novu kuću'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novu kuću

Tekst jasno kaže da je Marko kupio 'novu kuću'.

reading A2

Gde Ana radi?

Read this passage:

Ana ima novi posao. Radi u centru grada i svakog dana uči nešto novo. Ona voli svoj novi posao.

Gde Ana radi?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: u centru grada

U tekstu piše 'Radi u centru grada'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: u centru grada

U tekstu piše 'Radi u centru grada'.

reading A2

Koje boje je Milanova nova majica?

Read this passage:

Danas je Milan dobio novu majicu. Majica je plave boje i vrlo mu se sviđa. On planira da je nosi sutra.

Koje boje je Milanova nova majica?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: plave

Tekst kaže 'Majica je plave boje'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: plave

Tekst kaže 'Majica je plave boje'.

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Kupio sam sebi ___ auto, jako mi se sviđa.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novi

The noun 'auto' (car) is masculine, so the adjective 'nov' (new) takes the masculine form 'novi'.

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Ona nosi ___ haljinu za večerašnju proslavu.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novu

The noun 'haljinu' (dress, accusative) is feminine, so the adjective 'nov' (new) takes the feminine form 'novu'.

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Tražimo ___ stan u centru grada.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novi

The noun 'stan' (apartment) is masculine, so the adjective 'nov' (new) takes the masculine form 'novi'.

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Imate li neke ___ ideje za projekat?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: nove

The noun 'ideje' (ideas) is feminine plural, so the adjective 'nov' (new) takes the feminine plural form 'nove'.

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Potreban mi je ___ telefon jer je stari pokvaren.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novi

The noun 'telefon' (telephone) is masculine, so the adjective 'nov' (new) takes the masculine form 'novi'.

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Knjige su ___ i mirišu na štampu.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: nove

The noun 'knjige' (books) is feminine plural, so the adjective 'nov' (new) takes the feminine plural form 'nove'.

multiple choice B1

Koji je ispravan oblik za 'nov' u rečenici: 'Kupio sam ______ automobil.'?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novi

Automobil je muškog roda, jednina, pa koristimo 'novi'.

multiple choice B1

Odaberite ispravan oblik: 'Ona ima ______ torbu.'

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novu

Torba je ženskog roda, jednina, u akuzativu (direktni objekat), pa je 'novu'.

multiple choice B1

Kako biste rekli: 'The new books are interesting.'?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Nove knjige su zanimljive.

Knjige su ženskog roda, množina, nominativ, pa koristimo 'nove'.

true false B1

Rečenica 'Imam novi kuća.' je gramatički ispravna.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

Kuća je ženskog roda, pa bi trebalo biti 'novu kuću'.

true false B1

U rečenici 'Tražimo novo rešenje.', 'novo' se odnosi na srednji rod.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

Rešenje je imenica srednjeg roda, stoga se koristi 'novo'.

true false B1

Prilagodili smo se novoj situaciji. U ovoj rečenici, 'novoj' je u dativu.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

Glagol 'prilagoditi se' zahteva dativ, a 'situacija' je ženskog roda, pa je dativ 'novoj'.

sentence order B1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Novi kaput je veoma moderan.

The correct order forms a coherent sentence: 'The new coat is very fashionable.'

sentence order B1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Kupila sam novi telefon jučer.

This order correctly translates to 'I bought a new phone yesterday.'

sentence order B1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Da li imaš nešto novo da mi kažeš?

This sentence asks 'Do you have something new to tell me?'

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Kupio sam ___ auto, sada moram da ga registrujem. (I bought a ___ car, now I have to register it.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novi

The adjective 'nov' needs to agree in gender and number with 'auto' (masculine singular), so 'novi' is correct.

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Ona je dobila ___ posao i veoma je uzbuđena. (She got a ___ job and is very excited.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: novi

'Posao' is masculine singular, so 'novi' is the correct form of the adjective 'nov'.

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Imamo ___ ideje za projekat, mislim da će se svideti svima. (We have ___ ideas for the project, I think everyone will like them.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: nove

'Ideje' is feminine plural, so 'nove' is the correct form of 'nov' to agree.

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Tražimo ___ stan u centru grada. (We are looking for a ___ apartment in the city center.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: nov

'Stan' is masculine singular, so 'nov' is the correct form of the adjective 'nov'.

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To je potpuno ___ situacija za nas. (This is a completely ___ situation for us.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: nova

'Situacija' is feminine singular, so 'nova' is the correct form of the adjective 'nov'.

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Upoznali smo neke ___ ljude na zabavi sinoć. (We met some ___ people at the party last night.)

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: nove

'Ljude' is plural, and 'nov' agrees with it as 'nove'.

writing B2

Imagine you're reviewing a newly opened restaurant. Describe your experience, focusing on what was 'new' or innovative about it. Use the word 'nov' (or its appropriate form) at least once.

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

Sample answer

Bio sam u novom restoranu sinoć i moram reći da je iskustvo bilo neverovatno. Imali su vrlo nov pristup tradicionalnim jelima, što je bilo osvežavajuće. Enterijer je takođe bio potpuno nov i moderan.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing B2

Write a short email to a friend telling them about a new hobby you've started. Explain what it is and why you like it. Include the word 'nov' (or its appropriate form) to describe your hobby.

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

Sample answer

Ćao! Nadam se da si dobro. Htela sam da ti kažem da sam počela sa novim hobijem – planinarenjem. Otkrila sam koliko je zanimljivo provoditi vreme u prirodi i istraživati nove staze. Vrlo mi se sviđa!

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing B2

You are describing a new technological gadget. Write a short paragraph highlighting its new features and how it differs from older models. Use the word 'nov' (or its appropriate form) at least twice.

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

Sample answer

Ovaj novi pametni telefon donosi mnoge inovacije. Njegov ekran je znatno veći i ima potpuno nov procesor koji ga čini bržim od prethodnih modela. To je zaista novi standard u mobilnoj tehnologiji.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
reading B2

Šta je novo u gradu?

Read this passage:

Prošlog meseca, naš grad je dobio novi kulturni centar. Njegova arhitektura je moderna, ali se savršeno uklapa u okruženje starih zgrada. Unutar centra, nalaze se umetničke galerije, pozorišna scena i biblioteka. Planiraju se brojne nove izložbe i predstave koje će privući mnoge posetioce.

Šta je novo u gradu?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Novi kulturni centar

Tekst jasno navodi da je 'naš grad je dobio novi kulturni centar'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Novi kulturni centar

Tekst jasno navodi da je 'naš grad je dobio novi kulturni centar'.

reading B2

Koja je glavna karakteristika novog softvera?

Read this passage:

Kompanija je predstavila svoj najnoviji proizvod, inovativni softver za upravljanje projektima. Ovaj softver obećava da će revolucionisati način na koji timovi rade, nudeći potpuno nove funkcije za saradnju i praćenje napretka. Beta verzija je već dostupna korisnicima, a zvanično lansiranje je zakazano za sledeći mesec.

Koja je glavna karakteristika novog softvera?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Nudi potpuno nove funkcije za saradnju

Tekst kaže da softver nudi 'potpuno nove funkcije za saradnju i praćenje napretka'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Nudi potpuno nove funkcije za saradnju

Tekst kaže da softver nudi 'potpuno nove funkcije za saradnju i praćenje napretka'.

reading B2

Gde se nalazi novi muzej?

Read this passage:

Putovali smo u Pariz i otkrili smo novi muzej moderne umetnosti. Bio je smešten u staroj fabrici, što je davalo jedinstven šarm. Kolekcija je bila impresivna, sa mnogim delima koja nikada ranije nismo videli. Definitivno preporučujemo posetu svima koji vole umetnost i traže nešto novo.

Gde se nalazi novi muzej?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: U staroj fabrici

Tekst navodi da je muzej 'smešten u staroj fabrici'.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: U staroj fabrici

Tekst navodi da je muzej 'smešten u staroj fabrici'.

multiple choice C1

Koji je sinonim za reč 'nov' u kontekstu modernog?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Aktuelan

'Aktuelan' znači 'current' ili 'up-to-date', što je blizak sinonim za 'nov' kada se govori o nečemu modernom.

multiple choice C1

Izaberite rečenicu gde 'nov' implicira nešto originalno i neviđeno do sada.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: To je bio nov pristup problemu, potpuno inovativan.

U ovoj rečenici, 'nov' se koristi da opiše pristup koji je originalan i inovativan, što je u skladu sa C1 nivoom razumevanja nijansi značenja.

multiple choice C1

Koja od sledećih reči najbolje opisuje antonim za 'nov' u kontekstu trošenja i upotrebe?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Istrošen

'Istrošen' (worn out) je direktan antonim za 'nov' kada se odnosi na stanje predmeta koji je bio u upotrebi.

true false C1

Reč 'nov' se uvek koristi samo za materijalne stvari.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

Netačno. 'Nov' se može koristiti i za apstraktne pojmove, ideje, iskustva, kao što je 'novo iskustvo' (new experience) ili 'nova ideja' (new idea).

true false C1

Frazu 'ništa novo' u srpskom jeziku obično koristimo da bismo izrazili iznenađenje.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

Netačno. Frazu 'ništa novo' (nothing new) obično koristimo da bismo izrazili da nešto nije iznenađujuće, da je očekivano ili da se situacija nije promenila.

true false C1

Kada kažemo 'novu godinu', mislimo na početak kalendarske godine.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

Tačno. 'Nova godina' (New Year) se odnosi na prvi dan ili period oko prvog dana kalendarske godine.

listening C2

Focus on understanding the complex philosophical and literary concepts being discussed.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Кроз призму постмодернистичке деконструкције, анализа текста открива амбивалентне наративе у сржи дијалектике, где се традиционалне бинарне опозиције преплићу у хетерогене симбиозе, стварајући нове епистемолошке перспективе које изазивају доминантне парадигме.
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening C2

This sentence deals with quantum mechanics and its philosophical implications. Pay attention to terms related to consciousness and reality.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Имајући у виду импликације квантне механике на концепцију простора и времена, филозофска расправа о корелацији између свести и објективне стварности достиже нови ниво софистицираности, захтевајући преиспитивање фундаменталних онтолошких претпоставки.
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening C2

The sentence discusses neoliberal economic models and their impact on society and democracy.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: У контексту неолибералних економских модела, све већа фрагментација друштвене кохезије и ерозија институционалног поверења представљају озбиљан изазов за одрживост демократских процеса, отварајући пут за нове форме политичког ангажмана и дебате.
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Можете ли да елаборирате о интерсекционалности као аналитичком оквиру за разумевање сложених облика дискриминације у савременом друштву?

Focus: интерсекционалности, аналитичком оквиру, дискриминације, савременом друштву

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Како се херменеутички круг манифестује у интерпретацији уметничког дела, и које су импликације за разумевање ауторске интенције наспрам рецепције публике?

Focus: херменеутички круг, интерпретацији, уметничког дела, ауторске интенције, рецепције публике

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Анализирајте дијалектички однос између глобализације и локалних идентитета, с посебним освртом на феномен хибридизације културе и појаву нових транснационалних заједница.

Focus: дијалектички однос, глобализације, локалних идентитета, хибридизације културе, транснационалних заједница

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing C2

Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) describing a new challenge you've faced recently and how you've approached it. Use the word 'nov' (new) at least once.

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

Sample answer

Nedavno sam se suočio sa novim izazovom na poslu, a to je bio projekat koji je zahtevao potpuno drugačiji pristup. Morao sam da naučim nove veštine i da se prilagodim novim okolnostima. Kroz posvećenost i timski rad, uspeli smo da pronađemo inovativno rešenje.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing C2

Imagine you are reviewing a new product or service. Write a critical assessment (3-4 sentences), highlighting its advantages and disadvantages. Incorporate 'nov' where appropriate.

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

Sample answer

Ovaj novi softver donosi značajna poboljšanja u efikasnosti, sa intuitivnim interfejsom i naprednim funkcijama. Međutim, primetio sam da je početna kriva učenja nešto strmija nego što se očekivalo, a i cena je prilično visoka za prosečnog korisnika. Ipak, smatram da je to obećavajući novitet na tržištu.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
writing C2

Describe a personal goal or aspiration you have for the upcoming year that involves a 'new' experience or skill. Explain why this goal is important to you in 3-4 sentences.

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

Sample answer

Moj novi cilj za sledeću godinu je da naučim da sviram klavir. Oduvek sam želeo da savladam ovaj instrument, a verujem da će mi to doneti novi vid kreativnog izražavanja i opuštanja. Ovo iskustvo je važno za mene jer želim da se razvijam i istražujem nove hobije.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
reading C2

Šta je ključno za uspeh u dinamičnom okruženju prema tekstu?

Read this passage:

U savremenom svetu, tehnološke inovacije donose nam stalno nove mogućnosti i izazove. Stari načini razmišljanja često nisu dovoljni za rešavanje kompleksnih problema sa kojima se suočavamo. Potrebno je usvojiti novu perspektivu i biti otvoren za promene kako bismo uspeli u dinamičnom okruženju. To podrazumeva kontinuirano učenje i prilagođavanje novim paradigmama.

Šta je ključno za uspeh u dinamičnom okruženju prema tekstu?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Usvajanje nove perspektive i otvorenost za promene

Tekst eksplicitno navodi da je potrebno usvojiti novu perspektivu i biti otvoren za promene kako bismo uspeli u dinamičnom okruženju.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Usvajanje nove perspektive i otvorenost za promene

Tekst eksplicitno navodi da je potrebno usvojiti novu perspektivu i biti otvoren za promene kako bismo uspeli u dinamičnom okruženju.

reading C2

Koja je potencijalna posledica razvoja veštačke inteligencije prema tekstu?

Read this passage:

Razvoj veštačke inteligencije otvara sasvim nove horizonte u mnogim industrijama, od medicine do finansija. Iako postoje strahovi od gubitka radnih mesta, mnogi stručnjaci veruju da će AI stvoriti i potpuno nove profesije koje danas ne postoje. Ključno je da se društvo prilagodi ovim promenama i da edukuje radnu snagu za buduće zahteve tržišta. Ne možemo ignorisati ovu novu realnost.

Koja je potencijalna posledica razvoja veštačke inteligencije prema tekstu?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Stvaranje potpuno novih profesija

Tekst navodi da mnogi stručnjaci veruju da će AI stvoriti i potpuno nove profesije koje danas ne postoje.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Stvaranje potpuno novih profesija

Tekst navodi da mnogi stručnjaci veruju da će AI stvoriti i potpuno nove profesije koje danas ne postoje.

reading C2

Šta je neophodno za rešavanje problema klimatskih promena prema tekstu?

Read this passage:

Klimatske promene predstavljaju globalni izazov koji zahteva hitne i koordinisane akcije. Moramo da pronađemo nova, održiva rešenja za proizvodnju energije i smanjenje emisija štetnih gasova. Ova situacija traži fundamentalnu promenu u našem načinu života i razmišljanja. Nije dovoljno samo govoriti o problemu; moramo implementirati novu strategiju na globalnom nivou.

Šta je neophodno za rešavanje problema klimatskih promena prema tekstu?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Pronalaženje novih, održivih rešenja i fundamentalna promena

Tekst naglašava da moramo da pronađemo nova, održiva rešenja i da je potrebna fundamentalna promena u našem načinu života i razmišljanja.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Pronalaženje novih, održivih rešenja i fundamentalna promena

Tekst naglašava da moramo da pronađemo nova, održiva rešenja i da je potrebna fundamentalna promena u našem načinu života i razmišljanja.

sentence order C2

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Novi način razmišljanja omogućava inovacije.

This sentence structure (adjective + noun, then verb + object) is typical for expressing how a 'new way of thinking' leads to 'innovations'.

sentence order C2

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Uvođenje novih tehnologija transformisalo je industriju.

Here, 'Uvođenje novih tehnologija' acts as the subject, followed by the verb 'transformisalo je' (transformed) and the object 'industriju' (industry). The adjective 'novih' correctly modifies 'tehnologija'.

sentence order C2

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: Ovaj novi pristup rešavanju problema pokazao se vrlo efikasnim.

The phrase 'Ovaj novi pristup' (This new approach) is the subject, with 'rešavanju problema' (to solving problems) elaborating on the approach. 'pokazao se vrlo efikasnim' (proved very effective) completes the sentence.

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