A1 Expression ニュートラル

Es esmu priecīgs.

I am happy.

意味

Expressing a positive emotional state.

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文化的背景

Latvians often express joy through song. The 'Dziesmu svētki' (Song and Dance Festival) is the ultimate expression of collective 'prieks'. The concept of 'prieks' is often linked to 'darba prieks' (the joy of work), reflecting a national value of finding satisfaction in craftsmanship. In rural Latvia, being 'priecīgs' is often tied to the harvest and the changing seasons, especially the return of light in spring. Latvians can be modest. If you say 'Es esmu priecīgs', they might respond with 'Nu, ir jau labi' (Well, it's alright), which is a form of humble agreement.

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Drop the 'Es'

You can just say 'Esmu priecīgs'. It sounds more natural and less like a textbook.

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Gender Matters

Always check your ending. -s for men, -a for women. It's the most common mistake for beginners.

意味

Expressing a positive emotional state.

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Drop the 'Es'

You can just say 'Esmu priecīgs'. It sounds more natural and less like a textbook.

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Gender Matters

Always check your ending. -s for men, -a for women. It's the most common mistake for beginners.

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Use 'Par'

To sound more advanced, always follow up with 'par' + something you are happy about.

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Sincerity

Latvians value sincerity. Use this phrase when you truly feel it, and it will be warmly received.

自分をテスト

Fill in the correct form of 'priecīgs' for a woman speaking.

Es esmu ________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: priecīga

Women must use the feminine ending '-a'.

Which sentence means 'I am happy about the gift'?

Choose one:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Es esmu priecīgs par dāvanu.

The preposition 'par' is used to indicate what you are happy about.

Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning.

Match them:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: all

These are standard subject-verb-adjective agreements.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Man ir jauns suns! B: Ak! Es esmu ļoti ________ par tevi!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: priecīgs

Getting a new dog is a happy event, so 'priecīgs' is the logical choice.

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ビジュアル学習ツール

Gender Agreement for 'Priecīgs'

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Vīrietis (Man)

  • Es esmu priecīgs
  • Viņš ir priecīgs
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Sieviete (Woman)

  • Es esmu priecīga
  • Viņa ir priecīga

Priecīgs vs Laimīgs

Priecīgs (Glad)
Good coffee Kafija
Meeting a friend Draugs
Laimīgs (Happy)
Wedding Kāzas
Winning lottery Loterija

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the correct form of 'priecīgs' for a woman speaking. Fill Blank A1

Es esmu ________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: priecīga

Women must use the feminine ending '-a'.

Which sentence means 'I am happy about the gift'? Choose A2

Choose one:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Es esmu priecīgs par dāvanu.

The preposition 'par' is used to indicate what you are happy about.

Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning. Match A1

左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: all

These are standard subject-verb-adjective agreements.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: Man ir jauns suns! B: Ak! Es esmu ļoti ________ par tevi!

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: priecīgs

Getting a new dog is a happy event, so 'priecīgs' is the logical choice.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandmother, or a stranger.

Yes, but in the plural: 'Priecīgus Ziemassvētkus!'.

The feminine form is 'priecīga'.

Add 'ļoti' (very): 'Es esmu ļoti priecīgs'.

Yes, it means 'I am happy for you'.

Not exactly, but young people might say 'Esmu starā' (I am in a beam/glow).

'Priecīgs' is 'glad/cheerful' (temporary), 'laimīgs' is 'happy/blessed' (deep).

Say 'Vai tu esi priecīgs?' (to a man) or 'Vai tu esi priecīga?' (to a woman).

Usually, you'd say the movie is 'jautra' (fun) or 'pozitīva' (positive).

Yes, 'Es biju priecīgs' (I was happy).

関連フレーズ

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Man ir prieks

similar

I have joy / I am glad

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Es esmu laimīgs

similar

I am happy/lucky

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Es esmu gandarīts

specialized form

I am satisfied

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Priecīgus Ziemassvētkus!

builds on

Merry Christmas!

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Es priecājos

related

I rejoice / I am glad

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