Meaning
In that specific place.
Cultural Background
In Dalmatia, you might hear 'tamo' used with a very specific hand gesture that indicates a general direction rather than a precise point. Zagreb speakers often use 'tam' instead of 'tamo' in casual conversation. Slavonians often use 'tamo' to refer to large, open fields or distant horizons. In Istria, the use of 'tamo' is often mixed with Italian-influenced directional markers.
Use your hands
Always point when you say 'tamo'. It helps the listener understand exactly where you mean.
Don't use for 'here'
If you are standing in a place, never say 'tamo'. Use 'ovdje'.
Meaning
In that specific place.
Use your hands
Always point when you say 'tamo'. It helps the listener understand exactly where you mean.
Don't use for 'here'
If you are standing in a place, never say 'tamo'. Use 'ovdje'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
Gdje je moj ključ? ____ je na stolu.
Since the key is at a distance, 'tamo' is the correct choice.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
The other options are grammatically or logically incorrect.
Match the situation to the correct word.
You are pointing at a house across the street.
Pointing to a distance requires 'tamo'.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesGdje je moj ključ? ____ je na stolu.
Since the key is at a distance, 'tamo' is the correct choice.
Which sentence is correct?
The other options are grammatically or logically incorrect.
You are pointing at a house across the street.
Pointing to a distance requires 'tamo'.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, 'tamo' is strictly for space. Use 'tada' for time.
No, it is neutral and used in all situations.
Related Phrases
Tamo-amo
similarBack and forth
Ovdje
contrastHere
Tu
similarThere (near)
Tamo negdje
builds onSomewhere there
