뜻
Inviting someone to move or start.
문화적 배경
Lithuanians love walking in nature. 'Eime pasivaikščioti' is one of the most common social invitations, often leading to hours of walking in a forest or park. Among young Lithuanians, 'Eime' is often replaced by 'Varom', which feels more energetic and modern, similar to 'Let's jet' or 'Let's roll'. In Lithuanian households, 'Eime' is the standard way to call children to the table or to get ready for school, emphasizing the collective nature of family routines. In a modern Lithuanian office, 'Eime' is used to initiate coffee breaks, reflecting a flat hierarchy in social moments despite formal professional structures.
The 'Mes' Connection
Always remember that 'Eime' ends in '-me', just like the word for 'we' (mes). This will help you remember it's a group activity!
Don't over-formalize
Using 'Eikime' with close friends can sound like you are joking or being sarcastically polite. Stick to 'Eime'.
뜻
Inviting someone to move or start.
The 'Mes' Connection
Always remember that 'Eime' ends in '-me', just like the word for 'we' (mes). This will help you remember it's a group activity!
Don't over-formalize
Using 'Eikime' with close friends can sound like you are joking or being sarcastically polite. Stick to 'Eime'.
Body Language
When saying 'Eime', Lithuanians often give a small nod toward the exit. It's a subtle but important part of the communication.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank to say 'Let's go home'.
____ namo.
'Eime' is the correct form for 'Let's go'. 'Eik' is 'You go', and 'Eina' is 'He/She goes'.
Which phrase is the most formal?
How would you say 'Let's go' to a professor?
'Eikime' is the full, formal imperative form suitable for respectful contexts.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Filmas prasideda po penkių minučių! B: Tikrai? Tada ____!
B is suggesting that they both go immediately because the movie is starting.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are with a group of friends and want to suggest going to get pizza.
'Eime' is the only form that includes you and your friends in the action.
🎉 점수: /4
시각 학습 자료
Where are we going?
Places
- • Namo (Home)
- • Į parką (To the park)
- • Į kiną (To the cinema)
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제____ namo.
'Eime' is the correct form for 'Let's go'. 'Eik' is 'You go', and 'Eina' is 'He/She goes'.
How would you say 'Let's go' to a professor?
'Eikime' is the full, formal imperative form suitable for respectful contexts.
A: Filmas prasideda po penkių minučių! B: Tikrai? Tada ____!
B is suggesting that they both go immediately because the movie is starting.
You are with a group of friends and want to suggest going to get pizza.
'Eime' is the only form that includes you and your friends in the action.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Mostly yes, but it can be used for any departure (car, bus) or to start a task together.
It's better to use 'Eikime' to show respect, unless you have a very close relationship.
'Eime' is a command/invitation. 'Einam' is technically 'we are going', but used as an invitation in casual speech. They are 90% interchangeable.
You say 'Neikime'. You cannot easily shorten this to 'Neime'.
Yes, very often in dialogue to show characters moving from one scene to another.
No, 'Eime' requires at least two people. If you are alone, you might say 'Einu' (I am going).
It is almost always used with an exclamation mark or an energetic tone because it's a call to action.
No, 'Eime' is the same regardless of whether you are talking to men, women, or a mixed group.
It's not rude, but it is very informal. Don't use it in a job interview!
Yes! It's a very common way to start a walk with a pet.
관련 표현
Einam
similarWe are going / Let's go
Eikime
specialized formLet's go (formal)
Varom
synonymLet's go (slang)
Judam
similarLet's move
Keliaujam
builds onLet's travel
Eik
contrastGo (singular)
