A1 Expression 중립

Es tevi dzirdu.

I hear you.

Confirming audio reception

🌍

문화적 배경

Latvians value clear, concise communication. Saying 'Es tevi dzirdu' is often enough to acknowledge someone without needing to add 'How are you?' or other pleasantries. With Riga being a tech hub, this phrase is the unofficial anthem of co-working spaces like Teikums or OraculeTang. The concept of 'dzirdēt' is often associated with the 'meža māte' (Mother of the Forest) who hears everything. It implies a connection to the environment. Latvia has a strong public radio culture (Latvijas Radio). The phrase is iconic in call-in shows where listeners confirm they are on the line.

💡

Shorten it!

In casual settings, just say 'Dzirdu!' to be more native-like.

⚠️

The 'Tevi' trap

Don't say 'Es tu dzirdu'. Always use 'tevi'.

Confirming audio reception

💡

Shorten it!

In casual settings, just say 'Dzirdu!' to be more native-like.

⚠️

The 'Tevi' trap

Don't say 'Es tu dzirdu'. Always use 'tevi'.

🎯

Add 'skaidri'

Adding 'skaidri' (clearly) makes you sound much more fluent in technical meetings.

💬

Directness

Don't be offended if a Latvian just says 'Dzirdu' and nothing else. It's not rude; it's efficient.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing word to say 'I hear you'.

Es ____ dzirdu.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: tevi

The accusative form of 'tu' (you) is 'tevi'.

Which verb is used for physical hearing?

Vai tu mani ____?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: dzirdi

'Dzirdi' comes from 'dzirdēt' (to hear), while 'klausies' means 'to listen'.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Vai tu mani dzirdi? B: Jā, ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: es tevi dzirdu

The most logical response to 'Do you hear me?' is 'I hear you'.

Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning.

Match the following:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: a

These are the basic variations of the phrase.

🎉 점수: /4

시각 학습 자료

Hearing vs Listening

Dzirdēt (Hearing)
Es tevi dzirdu I hear your voice
Klausīties (Listening)
Es tevi klausos I am paying attention

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing word to say 'I hear you'. Fill Blank A1

Es ____ dzirdu.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: tevi

The accusative form of 'tu' (you) is 'tevi'.

Which verb is used for physical hearing? Choose A1

Vai tu mani ____?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: dzirdi

'Dzirdi' comes from 'dzirdēt' (to hear), while 'klausies' means 'to listen'.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

A: Vai tu mani dzirdi? B: Jā, ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: es tevi dzirdu

The most logical response to 'Do you hear me?' is 'I hear you'.

Match the Latvian phrase to its English meaning. Match A1

왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: a

These are the basic variations of the phrase.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

No, use 'Es tevi saprotu' for understanding. 'Dzirdu' is only for audio.

Both are correct, but 'Es tevi dzirdu' is more common and rhythmic.

Say 'Es tevi nedzirdu'.

It is neutral. You can use it with anyone.

Use 'Es Jūs dzirdu' (formal you).

No, Latvian verbs in the present tense don't change based on gender.

No, for that you would say 'Es dzirdēju, ka...' (past tense).

'Dzirdēt' is passive (hearing a noise), 'klausīties' is active (listening to music/a person).

It's like the 'ds' in 'kids'. Practice saying 'kids-irdu'.

Yes, it's very common in texting if someone asks if you're there.

관련 표현

🔗

Es tevi klausos

similar

I am listening to you

🔗

Es tevi saprotu

similar

I understand you

🔗

Vai tu mani dzirdi?

builds on

Do you hear me?

🔗

Skaļāk, lūdzu

specialized form

Louder, please

🔗

Es tevi redzu

contrast

I see you

도움이 되었나요?
아직 댓글이 없습니다. 첫 번째로 생각을 공유하세요!