A1 Idiom 중립

Kvepia pavojumi

Smells like danger

Sensing that something bad might happen.

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문화적 배경

Lithuanians often rely on 'nuojauta' (intuition). This phrase is a staple in Lithuanian folklore and modern thrillers alike. The forest is a central theme. Sensing danger in the woods is a common trope in Baltic literature. In the age of scams, Lithuanians use this phrase to warn each other about suspicious links or calls. News anchors use it to describe international tensions, reflecting the region's geopolitical sensitivity.

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The 'Vibe' Rule

Use this phrase when you can't explain why you're worried, but you just 'know'.

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Grammar Trap

Never forget the '-umi' ending. 'Kvepia pavojus' sounds like a beginner mistake.

Sensing that something bad might happen.

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The 'Vibe' Rule

Use this phrase when you can't explain why you're worried, but you just 'know'.

⚠️

Grammar Trap

Never forget the '-umi' ending. 'Kvepia pavojus' sounds like a beginner mistake.

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Sarcasm

You can use it sarcastically when a friend is about to do something slightly silly, like eating a 3-day-old pizza.

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News Watching

Listen for this in Lithuanian news; it's a favorite for dramatic headlines.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the correct form of the word 'pavojus'.

Neeik ten, kvepia ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: pavojumi

The verb 'kvepia' requires the instrumental case (-umi).

Which situation best fits the phrase 'Kvepia pavojumi'?

Choose the correct context:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: A dark alley with a broken light.

The phrase is used for suspicious or threatening situations.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Ar einame į tą apleistą namą? B: Ne, man ten ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kvepia pavojumi

An abandoned house is a typical place where one might sense danger.

Match the phrase to the feeling.

Match 'Kvepia pavojumi' with its meaning:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: I am suspicious/worried

The phrase expresses an intuitive warning.

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시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the correct form of the word 'pavojus'. Fill Blank A1

Neeik ten, kvepia ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: pavojumi

The verb 'kvepia' requires the instrumental case (-umi).

Which situation best fits the phrase 'Kvepia pavojumi'? Choose A1

Choose the correct context:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: A dark alley with a broken light.

The phrase is used for suspicious or threatening situations.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Ar einame į tą apleistą namą? B: Ne, man ten ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kvepia pavojumi

An abandoned house is a typical place where one might sense danger.

Match the phrase to the feeling. situation_matching A1

Match 'Kvepia pavojumi' with its meaning:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: I am suspicious/worried

The phrase expresses an intuitive warning.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, it's used for financial, social, and digital risks too.

In Lithuanian, it's better to say 'Kvepia pavojumi' (It smells of danger) rather than 'Aš užuodžiu pavojų'.

It's neutral. You can use it with friends or in a newspaper article.

'Kvepia sėkme' (Smells of success) is the closest positive equivalent.

Usually no. It's almost always figurative.

Yes! 'Kvepia bėdomis' (troubles), 'Kvepia krauju' (blood), 'Kvepia pinigais' (money).

Very common. You will hear it in movies, news, and daily life.

Emphasis on the 'ju': pa-vo-JU-mi.

Yes, 'Šis žmogus kvepia pavojumi' means that person seems dangerous.

No, it's a standard idiom.

관련 표현

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Kvepia sėkme

similar

Smells of success

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Smirda bėdomis

synonym

Stinks of trouble

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Jaučiu nuojautą

similar

I have a premonition

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Kvepia pavasariu

builds on

Smells of spring

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Kilti grėsmei

specialized form

A threat arises

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