A1 Idiom ニュートラル

U strahu su velike oči

Fear has big eyes

意味

Fear makes things look worse

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文化的背景

Proverbs are a cornerstone of Croatian social interaction. Using one correctly instantly makes you sound more like a native speaker and shows respect for local wisdom. Many Slavic monsters (like Baba Yaga or various forest spirits) were said to be seen only by those who were afraid, reinforcing the idea that fear creates its own reality. In the era of 'fake news' and viral panics, this idiom is frequently used in Croatian social media comments to tell people to calm down and check facts. Croatian teachers often use this to encourage students before the 'državna matura' (national graduation exams), which are a major source of stress.

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Use it for comfort

This is the best phrase to use when a friend is overthinking. It sounds empathetic yet logical.

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Watch the gender

Remember 'oči' is feminine plural. Don't say 'veliki oči'!

意味

Fear makes things look worse

🎯

Use it for comfort

This is the best phrase to use when a friend is overthinking. It sounds empathetic yet logical.

⚠️

Watch the gender

Remember 'oči' is feminine plural. Don't say 'veliki oči'!

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing words to complete the idiom.

U ______ su ______ oči.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: a

The correct form is 'strahu' (Locative) and 'velike' (feminine plural).

Which situation best fits the idiom 'U strahu su velike oči'?

Situation: Marko thinks a small spider is a deadly tarantula.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: a

Marko is exaggerating a small threat due to fear.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.

Ana: 'Mislim da me nitko ne voli u novom razredu.' Iva: 'Smiri se, Ana. Tek je prvi dan. ________.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: a

Iva is telling Ana that her anxiety is making her perceive the situation worse than it is.

🎉 スコア: /3

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練習問題バンク

3 問題
Fill in the missing words to complete the idiom. Fill Blank A1

U ______ su ______ oči.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: a

The correct form is 'strahu' (Locative) and 'velike' (feminine plural).

Which situation best fits the idiom 'U strahu su velike oči'? situation_matching A2

Situation: Marko thinks a small spider is a deadly tarantula.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: a

Marko is exaggerating a small threat due to fear.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase. dialogue_completion B1

Ana: 'Mislim da me nitko ne voli u novom razredu.' Iva: 'Smiri se, Ana. Tek je prvi dan. ________.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: a

Iva is telling Ana that her anxiety is making her perceive the situation worse than it is.

🎉 スコア: /3

よくある質問

3 問

No, it's generally seen as helpful and wise, though it can be sarcastic if used to mock someone's genuine fear.

Yes, if the team is panicking about something minor, it's a great way to bring everyone back to reality.

The singular is 'oko' (neuter), but the plural 'oči' is feminine. This is a common trap for learners!

関連フレーズ

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Bojati se vlastite sjene

similar

To be afraid of one's own shadow.

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Gledati strahu u oči

contrast

To look fear in the eyes.

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Strah me je

builds on

I am afraid.

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Nema straha

contrast

No fear / No worries.

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