A1 Expression 중립

Ni slabo

Not bad

Expressing that things are okay.

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문화적 배경

Slovenians often use 'Ni slabo' to avoid 'fovšija' (envy). It's a social strategy to keep a low profile. In this region, known for being 'thrifty' and reserved, 'Ni slabo' might be the highest praise you ever get. In the capital, you'll often hear the slang version 'Ni švoh', influenced by German. Younger Slovenians use 'Ni slabo' ironically on Instagram when posting photos of luxury, mocking the traditional modesty.

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The 'Nod' Factor

When saying 'Ni slabo', give a small, single nod. It reinforces the Slovenian sense of 'grounded satisfaction'.

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Avoid Over-enthusiasm

If you say 'NI SLABO!!!' with too much energy, it sounds sarcastic. Keep your tone level.

Expressing that things are okay.

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The 'Nod' Factor

When saying 'Ni slabo', give a small, single nod. It reinforces the Slovenian sense of 'grounded satisfaction'.

⚠️

Avoid Over-enthusiasm

If you say 'NI SLABO!!!' with too much energy, it sounds sarcastic. Keep your tone level.

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Complimenting others

Use 'Ni slabo' to compliment a friend's work. It sounds more sincere and less like empty flattery than 'Super!'.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing word to say 'Not bad'.

Kako si? ___ slabo.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ni

We use 'ni' (it is not) for the impersonal expression 'Ni slabo'.

Which sentence means 'The pizza is not bad'?

Choose the correct translation:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Pica ni slaba.

Because 'pica' is a feminine noun, the adjective 'slab' must change to the feminine form 'slaba'.

Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.

A: Ti je všeč ta film? B: ________, ampak malo dolg je.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ni slabo

'Ni slabo' fits perfectly as a moderate opinion followed by a 'but'.

Match the phrase to the situation.

You just finished a difficult hike and feel okay.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ni slabo.

'Ni slabo' expresses that the outcome was satisfactory.

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시각 학습 자료

When to use Ni Slabo

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Situations

  • Greetings
  • Food
  • Weather
  • Results

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing word to say 'Not bad'. Fill Blank A1

Kako si? ___ slabo.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ni

We use 'ni' (it is not) for the impersonal expression 'Ni slabo'.

Which sentence means 'The pizza is not bad'? Choose A2

Choose the correct translation:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Pica ni slaba.

Because 'pica' is a feminine noun, the adjective 'slab' must change to the feminine form 'slaba'.

Complete the dialogue with the most natural response. dialogue_completion B1

A: Ti je všeč ta film? B: ________, ampak malo dolg je.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ni slabo

'Ni slabo' fits perfectly as a moderate opinion followed by a 'but'.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A1

You just finished a difficult hike and feel okay.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Ni slabo.

'Ni slabo' expresses that the outcome was satisfactory.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

6 질문

Yes, but use it to describe a result or a situation, not your own skills. For your skills, be more direct.

'V redu' is more neutral. 'Ni slabo' suggests that something could have been bad, but isn't, which adds a layer of relief or surprise.

Yes, if it's an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., ni slaba kava, ni slab avto). If used alone as 'It's not bad', it stays 'slabo'.

No, it's very polite and common. Only rude if used to dismiss someone's major achievement.

The most common slang version is 'Ni švoh'.

Use 'Sploh ni slabo'.

관련 표현

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Ni napačno

synonym

Not wrong

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V redu

similar

In order / Okay

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Tako-tako

similar

So-so

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Odlično

contrast

Excellent

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Ni švoh

specialized form

Not weak (slang for good)

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