Meaning
The most common formal greeting during daytime.
Cultural Background
Lithuanians value personal space; a formal greeting is a sign of respect. Similar formal greeting structures exist in Latvian (Labdien). In business, always use 'Laba diena' until invited to use first names. Shop clerks will almost always greet you with 'Laba diena'.
Gender Matters
Remember that 'Laba' is feminine because 'diena' is feminine. If you use a masculine noun, use 'Labas'.
Smile
Even though Lithuanians are reserved, a small, polite smile with your 'Laba diena' goes a long way.
Meaning
The most common formal greeting during daytime.
Gender Matters
Remember that 'Laba' is feminine because 'diena' is feminine. If you use a masculine noun, use 'Labas'.
Smile
Even though Lithuanians are reserved, a small, polite smile with your 'Laba diena' goes a long way.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct greeting for daytime.
____ diena!
'Diena' is feminine, so it requires the feminine adjective 'Laba'.
Which greeting is appropriate for a business meeting?
Choose the best option.
'Laba diena' is the standard formal greeting.
Match the greeting to the time of day.
Match: 1. Morning, 2. Day
Rytas is morning, Diena is day.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercises____ diena!
'Diena' is feminine, so it requires the feminine adjective 'Laba'.
Choose the best option.
'Laba diena' is the standard formal greeting.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Rytas is morning, Diena is day.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, use 'Labas vakaras' for evening.
It's not rude, but it's very weird and sounds like you're joking.
Related Phrases
Labas rytas
similarGood morning
Labas vakaras
similarGood evening
Labas
contrastHi/Hello
Sveiki
similarHello (plural/formal)
