Signification
A male in the early stage of adulthood.
Contexte culturel
In traditional Lithuanian folk songs (dainos), the 'jaunas vyras' is often depicted as a soldier (bernelis) going to war or a hard-working farmer. This historical image still influences the positive, respectful connotation of the phrase today. There is a strong emphasis on 'stiprybė' (strength) and 'ištvermė' (endurance) associated with being a young man in the Baltics, partly due to the harsh climate and history of resistance. In cities like Vilnius or Kaunas, 'jaunas vyras' is the target of many lifestyle brands, representing a demographic that is entrepreneurial and Western-oriented. At weddings, the 'jaunas vyras' (groom) is often the center of various rituals that test his maturity and ability to provide for a family.
Gender Agreement
Always remember that Lithuanian adjectives must match the noun. If you change 'vyras' to 'moteris', 'jaunas' must become 'jauna'.
Don't over-use 'Vaikinas'
While 'vaikinas' is common, using it in a business email might sound too casual. 'Jaunas vyras' or 'jaunuolis' is safer.
Signification
A male in the early stage of adulthood.
Gender Agreement
Always remember that Lithuanian adjectives must match the noun. If you change 'vyras' to 'moteris', 'jaunas' must become 'jauna'.
Don't over-use 'Vaikinas'
While 'vaikinas' is common, using it in a business email might sound too casual. 'Jaunas vyras' or 'jaunuolis' is safer.
The Vocative Case
If you want to get a young man's attention, use 'Jaunas vyre!' or 'Jaunasis vyre!'. It sounds much more natural than the nominative.
Age range
In Lithuania, 'jaunas vyras' usually covers the age range from 18 to about 35 or 40.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'jaunas vyras' (Accusative case).
Aš matau _______ _______ gatvėje.
The verb 'matau' (I see) requires the accusative case.
Which phrase is the most polite way to address a young male stranger?
Atsiprašau, ...
'Jaunas vyre' is a respectful vocative form for a young adult.
Match the Lithuanian phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
Direct translation practice.
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: Kas jis? B: Jis yra _______ _______, mano naujas kaimynas.
The sentence requires the nominative case for a subject complement.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Age Progression
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesAš matau _______ _______ gatvėje.
The verb 'matau' (I see) requires the accusative case.
Atsiprašau, ...
'Jaunas vyre' is a respectful vocative form for a young adult.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Direct translation practice.
A: Kas jis? B: Jis yra _______ _______, mano naujas kaimynas.
The sentence requires the nominative case for a subject complement.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral to formal. It is perfectly acceptable in any professional or social setting.
You can, but 'mano vaikinas' is much more common for 'my boyfriend'.
The plural is 'jauni vyrai'.
You can say 'labai jaunas vyras' or 'visai jaunas vyras'.
Yes, it is a polite way to address someone if you don't know their name.
'Jaunuolis' is a single word and often refers to someone slightly younger, like a teenager or someone in their early 20s.
Yes! 'Mano vyras' means 'my husband'. So 'mano jaunas vyras' could mean 'my young husband'.
It becomes 'jauno vyro'. For example: 'Nėra jauno vyro' (The young man is not here).
Yes, 'čiuvelis' or 'bičas' are slang terms for a young man/guy.
It's better to use 'vaikinas' or 'jaunuolis' for a 15-year-old. 'Vyras' implies full adulthood.
Expressions liées
jauna moteris
contrastyoung woman
jaunuolis
similara youth
vaikinas
similarguy/boyfriend
subrendęs vyras
contrastmature man
jaunasis
specialized formthe groom
