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A1 preposition 7 min read

po

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips po in 30 Seconds

Explanation po in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'po' is primarily taught in two contexts: location ('under') and time ('after'). Students learn that 'po stalu' means 'under the table' and 'po pamokos' means 'after the lesson'. The focus is on memorizing the preposition alongside common nouns and understanding that the noun's ending changes. This level avoids the complex distributive or spatial 'around' meanings to keep the cognitive load manageable for beginners.

At the A2 level, learners are introduced to the spatial use of 'po' meaning 'around' or 'throughout'. They learn to describe their travels or daily walks, such as 'vaikščioti po miestą' (to walk around the city). They also start to encounter the distributive use in simple shopping scenarios, like 'po du eurus' (two euros each). The emphasis shifts toward distinguishing which case to use (Instrumental, Genitive, or Accusative) based on the intended meaning.

At the B1 level, students should be comfortable with all four cases governed by 'po'. They begin to learn idiomatic expressions such as 'po truputį' (little by little) and 'po ranka' (at hand). They also learn to use 'po' in more complex temporal structures, like 'po to, kai...' (after the time when...), which allows them to connect two clauses. The focus is on fluency and reducing case errors in spontaneous speech.

At the B2 level, 'po' is used in more abstract and metaphorical ways. Learners explore its use in professional and academic contexts, such as 'po tyrimo' (following the study) or 'po derybų' (after negotiations). They also encounter 'po' in more sophisticated literature where it might describe a state of being, like 'po uždanga' (under a veil/curtain). The nuance between 'po' and other prepositions like 'per' or 'paskui' becomes a key area of study.

At the C1 level, learners master the subtle stylistic choices involving 'po'. They can use it to create specific rhythms in writing or to convey precise distributive meanings in technical texts. They are familiar with archaic or rare uses found in classical Lithuanian literature. They also understand how 'po' interacts with reflexive verbs and complex sentence structures, ensuring their usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker's.

At the C2 level, 'po' is used with absolute precision across all registers. The speaker can manipulate the preposition to convey irony, emphasis, or poetic depth. They understand the historical etymology of the word and how it relates to other Indo-European languages. At this level, the focus is on the philosophy of the preposition—how it shapes the Lithuanian perception of space and time.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

po in 30 Seconds

Used to indicate location 'under' something when paired with the instrumental case, such as 'po stalu'.
Used to indicate time 'after' an event when paired with the genitive case, such as 'po darbo'.
Used to indicate movement 'around' or 'throughout' an area when paired with the accusative case.
Used to indicate distributive quantities ('each') when paired with the accusative or dative case.

The Lithuanian preposition po is one of the most versatile and frequently used words in the entire language. For an English speaker, it primarily translates to under or after, but its utility extends far beyond these two simple concepts. Depending on the grammatical case of the noun that follows it, po can describe physical location, temporal sequence, movement within a space, or even distributive quantities. In its most basic A1-level sense, you will encounter it when describing where an object is located or when an event occurs in relation to another.

Physical Location: When used with the instrumental case, it indicates that something is situated directly beneath or underneath another object. For example, a cat sleeping under a table.
Temporal Sequence: When followed by the genitive case, it indicates that an action happens following a specific time or event, such as after work or after lunch.

Katinas miega po stalu.

This sentence perfectly illustrates the locative use. Lithuanians use this word in almost every conversation, whether they are making plans for the evening or looking for their lost keys. It is essential to understand that the meaning shifts radically based on the noun's ending. If you say 'po darbo' (after work), you are using the genitive case to show time. If you say 'po stalu' (under the table), you are using the instrumental case to show position. In more advanced contexts, 'po' is used with the accusative case to mean 'around' or 'throughout' a place, like 'vaikščioti po miestą' (to walk around the city). This multi-functional nature makes it a cornerstone of Lithuanian syntax.

Susitikime po paskaitų.

Here, the word acts as a temporal marker. Without 'po', the sentence would lack the necessary sequence to indicate a meeting time.

Distributive Use: In commerce or mathematics, 'po' can mean 'each' or 'at the rate of', often paired with the dative case for specific units.

Understanding 'po' requires a holistic view of the Lithuanian case system, as it is one of the few prepositions that governs four different cases depending on the intended nuance.

Using po correctly involves matching it with the appropriate case. This is often the biggest challenge for English speakers who are used to prepositions remaining static. Let's break down the four main grammatical patterns.

Pattern 1: Po + Instrumental (Under): Use this for physical location. 'Knyga yra po lova' (The book is under the bed). Note the 'a' ending changing to 'a' (instrumental singular).

Raktas nukrito po kėde.

Pattern 2: Po + Genitive (After): Use this for time. 'Po penkių minučių' (After five minutes). This is the standard way to express 'after' in a temporal sense.

Pattern 3: Po + Accusative (Around/Through): Use this for movement within an area. 'Mes vaikštome po parką' (We are walking around/through the park). It implies a non-linear, wandering movement.

Kelionė po Europą buvo nuostabi.

This usage is very common when talking about travel or exploring. Finally, there is the distributive use with the dative case, such as 'po truputį' (little by little) or 'po vieną' (one by one). This is more idiomatic but vital for natural-sounding speech. When constructing sentences, always ask yourself: Am I talking about a fixed spot under something? Am I talking about a schedule? Or am I talking about moving all over a place? Your answer will dictate the case of the following noun.

Duokite man po du obuolius.

This means 'Give me two apples each'. It is a precise way of quantifying distribution.

You will hear po everywhere from the bustling streets of Vilnius to quiet family dinners. In a professional setting, it appears in scheduling: 'Susitikimas vyks po pietų' (The meeting will happen after lunch). In a domestic setting, it is the word used when cleaning up: 'Padėk šluotą po spinta' (Put the broom under the cabinet).

At the Market: You will hear vendors saying 'po eurą' (at one euro each) or 'po du kilogramus' (two kilograms each). It is the language of trade.

Obuoliai po du eurus.

In the context of travel and tourism, 'po' is the standard preposition for sightseeing. If you ask for a tour, the guide might say 'Eisime po senamiestį' (We will go through the old town). This implies a thorough exploration of the area. On the radio or television, weather reports use 'po' to describe localized phenomena: 'Po visą Lietuvą lis' (It will rain all over Lithuania). In literature, 'po' is used to create atmosphere, describing shadows lurking under trees or the feeling of time passing after a great event. Because it is so short, it often blends into the following word in fast speech, so learners must listen for the specific case endings of the nouns to catch it.

Vaikai bėgioja po kiemą.

This is a classic scene of everyday life—children running around the yard.

Social Media: In captions, you'll see 'Akimirkos po atostogų' (Moments after the vacation), emphasizing the temporal aspect.

The most frequent error for learners is using the wrong case after po. Because English uses 'after' and 'under' with the same 'neutral' object form, English speakers often default to the nominative or a single case for everything.

The Case Trap: Saying 'po darbas' (nominative) instead of 'po darbo' (genitive) for 'after work' is a common A1 mistake. The preposition 'po' is never followed by the nominative case.

Klaida: Po stalas. Teisingai: Po stalu.

Another mistake is confusing 'po' with 'už'. While 'po' means 'under' (directly beneath), 'už' means 'behind'. Learners sometimes mix these up when describing the relative positions of objects. In temporal contexts, learners sometimes use 'po' when they should use 'vėliau' (later). 'Po' must always be followed by a noun or a specific time marker; you cannot use it alone as an adverb. For example, you can say 'po valandos' (after an hour), but you cannot just say 'Aš ateisiu po' to mean 'I will come after'. You must say 'Aš ateisiu vėliau' or 'Aš ateisiu po to' (I will come after that).

Klaida: Susitiksime po. Teisingai: Susitiksime vėliau.

Distributive Confusion: Learners often forget 'po' when expressing 'one each'. They might say 'Visi gavo vieną obuolį', which is grammatically fine, but 'Visi gavo po obuolį' is more idiomatic.

Mastering these nuances prevents the 'foreign' sound that comes from direct translation.

To truly master po, you must know when to use it versus its close relatives. Lithuanian has a rich set of prepositions and adverbs that cover similar ground.

Po vs. Apačioje: 'Po' is a preposition requiring an object (under something). 'Apačioje' is an adverb meaning 'at the bottom' or 'downstairs' and does not take an object.

Knyga yra po žurnalu. Kaimynai gyvena apačioje.

Po vs. Vėliau: 'Po' is 'after' (preposition), while 'vėliau' is 'later' (adverb). You cannot swap them. 'Po darbo' (after work) is correct, while 'Vėliau darbo' is incorrect.

Another alternative for 'after' in a very formal or sequential context is 'paskui'. While 'po' is the general 'after', 'paskui' often implies 'following right behind' or 'subsequently'. For example, 'Eik paskui mane' (Walk after/behind me). In spatial terms, 'žemiau' (lower than) can sometimes replace 'po' when referring to levels on a scale or vertical hierarchy rather than physical covering.

Temperatūra nukrito žemiau nulio.

In this case, 'po nuliu' would sound slightly unnatural compared to 'žemiau nulio'. Understanding these subtle shifts helps in choosing the most precise word for the situation.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

Lithuanian 'po' is a cognate with the Slavic 'po', but in Lithuanian, it retained a much wider range of case governance (Genitive, Accusative, Instrumental, Dative).

Pronunciation Guide

UK /pɔ/

US /poʊ/

The word is a monosyllabic preposition and usually carries no independent stress, leaning on the following noun.

Rhymes With

ko to jo no bo do mo lo

Common Errors

Pronouncing it like the English word 'poe' with a long 'o'.
Over-emphasizing the 'p' sound.
Extending the vowel too long in fast speech.
Confusing the short Lithuanian 'o' with the 'u' sound.
Failing to link it phonetically to the following noun.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 1/5

Very easy to recognize in text due to its short length.

Writing 3/5

Difficult to choose the correct case ending for the following noun.

Speaking 2/5

Commonly used, but requires mental speed to apply case rules.

Listening 2/5

Can be swallowed in fast speech, but usually clear from context.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

ant (on) prie (at/near) į (to/into) su (with) yra (is)

Learn Next

vėliau (later) paskui (afterwards) apačioje (below) virš (above) už (behind)

Advanced

priešdėlis po- (prefix po-) distributyvinė reikšmė (distributive meaning) prielinksninis valdymas (prepositional governance)

Grammar to Know

Prepositional Governance (Genitive)

Po + Genitive = Time (Po atostogų).

Prepositional Governance (Instrumental)

Po + Instrumental = Location (Po laiptais).

Prepositional Governance (Accusative)

Po + Accusative = Movement (Po muziejų).

Prepositional Governance (Dative)

Po + Dative = Distributive (Po truputį).

Adverbialization of Prepositional Phrases

Po to (After that) acts as a temporal connector.

Examples by Level

Katinas yra po stalu.

The cat is under the table.

Po + Instrumental (stalu)

Susitiksime po pamokos.

We will meet after the lesson.

Po + Genitive (pamokos)

Knyga guli po lova.

The book is lying under the bed.

Po + Instrumental (lova)

Gersime kavą po darbo.

We will drink coffee after work.

Po + Genitive (darbo)

Šuo miega po medžiu.

The dog is sleeping under a tree.

Po + Instrumental (medžiu)

Eisiu namo po vakarienės.

I will go home after dinner.

Po + Genitive (vakarienės)

Raktas yra po kilimu.

The key is under the rug.

Po + Instrumental (kilimu)

Kas bus po to?

What will happen after that?

Po + Genitive (to - demonstrative pronoun)

Mes vaikštome po parką.

We are walking around the park.

Po + Accusative (parką)

Obuoliai kainuoja po du eurus.

Apples cost two euros each.

Po + Accusative (du) - distributive use

Keliaujame po Lietuvą.

We are traveling around Lithuania.

Po + Accusative (Lietuvą)

Vaikai bėgioja po kiemą.

Children are running around the yard.

Po + Accusative (kiemą)

Žuvys plaukioja po ežerą.

Fish are swimming around the lake.

Po + Accusative (ežerą)

Po truputį mokausi lietuvių kalbos.

I am learning Lithuanian little by little.

Po + Dative (truputį - adverbial use)

Eime pasivaikščioti po mišką.

Let's go for a walk through the forest.

Po + Accusative (mišką)

Kiekvienas gavo po dovaną.

Everyone got one gift each.

Po + Accusative (dovaną)

Po ilgų derybų mes susitarėme.

After long negotiations, we agreed.

Po + Genitive (derybų)

Raktas visada turi būti po ranka.

The key must always be at hand.

Po ranka - Idiomatic expression

Po to, kai pavalgėme, išėjome į lauką.

After we ate, we went outside.

Po to, kai - Conjunction structure

Vanduo teka po tiltu.

Water flows under the bridge.

Po + Instrumental (tiltu)

Jis išsibarstė daiktus po visą kambarį.

He scattered things all over the room.

Po + Accusative (kambarį)

Po šimts kalakutų!

Good heavens! (lit. After a hundred turkeys!)

Fixed idiomatic exclamation

Keliautojai ilsėjosi po žvaigždėtu dangumi.

The travelers rested under a starry sky.

Po + Instrumental (dangumi)

Po operacijos jis jautėsi geriau.

After the operation, he felt better.

Po + Genitive (operacijos)

Po šia išore slepiasi geras žmogus.

Under this exterior hides a good person.

Metaphorical use of Po + Instrumental

Po truputį viskas susitvarkys.

Everything will work out little by little.

Po + Dative (truputį)

Po visų šitų įvykių jis pasikeitė.

After all these events, he changed.

Po + Genitive (įvykių)

Knyga išleista po autoriaus mirties.

The book was published after the author's death.

Po + Genitive (mirties)

Mes skirstomės po vieną.

We are dispersing one by one.

Po + Accusative (vieną)

Po dešimties metų miestas neatpažįstamas.

After ten years, the city is unrecognizable.

Po + Genitive (metų)

Po padu laikyti vyrą.

To keep a husband under the thumb (lit. under the sole).

Idiom: Po + Instrumental (padu)

Po saule vietos užteks visiems.

There is enough room for everyone under the sun.

Po + Instrumental (saule)

Po šiuo sprendimu slypi politiniai motyvai.

Political motives lie beneath this decision.

Abstract Po + Instrumental

Po kiekvieno lietaus nušvinta saulė.

After every rain, the sun shines.

Po + Genitive (lietaus)

Po visą šalį pasklido gandas.

A rumor spread throughout the whole country.

Po + Accusative (šalį)

Po kelerių metų darbo jis pavargo.

After several years of work, he grew tired.

Po + Genitive (metų)

Po devyniais užraktais.

Under nine locks (extremely secret).

Idiom: Po + Instrumental (užraktais)

Po kojomis šiugždėjo lapai.

Leaves crunched under feet.

Po + Instrumental (kojomis)

Po pietų pertraukos darbas tęsėsi.

After the lunch break, the work continued.

Po + Genitive (pertraukos)

Po mirties jis tapo legenda.

After death, he became a legend.

Po + Genitive (mirties)

Po šia filosofine kauke slypi nihilizmas.

Nihilism lies beneath this philosophical mask.

Sophisticated metaphorical use

Po ilgo sąstingio ekonomika atsigavo.

After a long stagnation, the economy recovered.

Economic context with Po + Genitive

Po visą pasaulį išsibarsčiusi diaspora.

A diaspora scattered all over the world.

Global spatial use with Accusative

Po šiuo sluoksniu rastas senovinis miestas.

An ancient city was found under this layer.

Technical archaeological use

Po kiekvieno žodžio jautėsi ironija.

Irony was felt after/under every word.

Nuanced linguistic observation

Po daugybės bandymų pavyko pasiekti tikslą.

After numerous attempts, the goal was achieved.

Po + Genitive (bandymų)

Po tavo kojomis visas pasaulis.

The whole world is under your feet.

Po + Instrumental (kojomis) - poetic

Po šiais griuvėsiais palaidota istorija.

History is buried under these ruins.

Po + Instrumental (griuvėsiais)

Common Collocations

po stalu

po darbo

po pietų

po miestą

po truputį

po vieną

po lova

po atostogų

po kojomis

po šimts

Common Phrases

Po visko

— After everything is finished or concluded. Used when reflecting on a long event.

Po visko mes buvome labai pavargę.

Po tam tikro laiko

— After a certain amount of time. Used in storytelling.

Po tam tikro laiko jis grįžo namo.

Po penkių minučių

— In five minutes (lit. after five minutes). Used for immediate future plans.

Aš ateisiu po penkių minučių.

Po atviru dangumi

— In the open air or outdoors (lit. under an open sky).

Koncertas vyko po atviru dangumi.

Po kablelio

— After the decimal point (lit. after the comma).

Skaičius po kablelio yra svarbus.

Po sėkmės

— Following a success. Used to describe subsequent reactions.

Po sėkmės jis tapo dar labiau pasitikintis.

Po lietaus

— After the rain. Often used poetically or in weather contexts.

Po lietaus oras tapo gaivus.

Po ranka

— Within reach or readily available.

Visada turėk telefoną po ranka.

Po dešinei

— To the right (often used with 'iš' or as a direction).

Parduotuvė bus po dešinei pusei.

Po vieną kartą

— One time each or once at a time.

Gerkit vaistus po vieną kartą per dieną.

Often Confused With

po vs apačioje

Apačioje is an adverb (below/downstairs), while 'po' is a preposition (under + object).

po vs vėliau

Vėliau is an adverb (later), while 'po' is a preposition (after + object).

po vs už

Už means 'behind', while 'po' means 'under'. Beginners often swap these.

Idioms & Expressions

"Po devyniais užraktais"

— Something kept very secret or very safe. Literally 'under nine locks'.

Ši paslaptis saugoma po devyniais užraktais.

Neutral/Literary

"Po padu"

— To be under someone's complete control or 'under the thumb'. Literally 'under the sole'.

Jis visai po žmonos padu.

Informal

"Po šimts perkūnų"

— An exclamation of anger or surprise. Literally 'after a hundred thunders'.

Po šimts perkūnų, kur mano raktai?!

Informal/Traditional

"Po saule"

— In the world or in existence. Literally 'under the sun'.

Nėra nieko naujo po saule.

Literary/Philosophical

"Po nosimi"

— Right in front of someone, often referring to something they failed to notice. Literally 'under the nose'.

Raktas buvo tau po nosimi!

Informal

"Po sparnu"

— Under someone's protection or guidance. Literally 'under the wing'.

Direktorius paėmė naują darbuotoją po savo sparnu.

Neutral/Metaphorical

"Po velnių"

— An exclamation of frustration. Literally 'to the devils'.

Eik tu po velnių!

Slang/Vulgar

"Po kojomis"

— Beneath one's feet, often used to describe the immediate ground or status.

Žemė po kojomis slysta.

Neutral/Idiomatic

"Po akiai"

— Under the eye, usually meaning within sight or being watched.

Laikyk jį po akiai.

Neutral

"Po visam"

— Completely, for good, or once and for all.

Jis išvažiavo po visam.

Informal/Dialectal

Easily Confused

po vs Per

Both can mean 'through'.

'Per' implies crossing a boundary or a short linear path, while 'po' implies wandering throughout a whole area.

Eiti per parką (cross it) vs Vaikščioti po parką (stroll around it).

po vs Paskui

Both can mean 'after'.

'Paskui' is used for following in a line or sequence, while 'po' is general temporal 'after'.

Eik paskui mane (follow me) vs Eik po manęs (go after I am done).

po vs Iki

Both relate to time boundaries.

'Iki' is 'until/before', 'po' is 'after'.

Iki darbo (until work) vs Po darbo (after work).

po vs Žemiau

Both relate to vertical position.

'Žemiau' is 'lower than' (comparative level), 'po' is 'directly under' (physical covering).

Žemiau nulio (below zero) vs Po sniegu (under snow).

po vs Ant

Opposite meanings.

'Ant' is 'on top', 'po' is 'underneath'.

Ant stalo (on table) vs Po stalu (under table).

Sentence Patterns

[Subject] yra po [Noun-Instrumental]

Knyga yra po stalu.

[Verb] po [Noun-Genitive]

Eisiu namo po darbo.

[Verb] po [Noun-Accusative]

Mes vaikštome po miestą.

[Noun] po [Number-Accusative] [Currency]

Obuoliai po du eurus.

Po to, kai [Clause 1], [Clause 2]

Po to, kai pavalgiau, užmigau.

Vienas po [Noun-Genitive]

Vienas po kito jie išėjo.

Po [Abstract Noun-Instrumental] slepiasi [Noun]

Po šypsena slepiasi liūdesys.

Po [Time Span-Genitive] [Noun-Genitive]

Po kelerių metų darbo jis pavargo.

Word Family

Verbs

pobūti (to stay for a while)

pogulėti (to lie for a while)

pomiegoti (to sleep for a bit)

Adjectives

požeminis (underground)

povandeninis (underwater)

pogimdyminis (postpartum)

paskui

apačia

vėliau

prieš

ant

How to Use It

frequency

Extremely frequent; among the top 50 most common words in Lithuanian.

Common Mistakes

Po darbas → Po darbo
The nominative case is never used after 'po'. For time ('after'), use the genitive case.
Susitiksime po. → Susitiksime vėliau / po to.
'Po' is a preposition and cannot stand alone. Use an adverb or a pronoun.
Knyga yra po stalas. → Knyga yra po stalu.
For location ('under'), you must use the instrumental case, not the nominative.
Vaikščioti po miškas. → Vaikščioti po mišką.
For movement 'around/through', use the accusative case.
Po pietūs → Po pietų
'Pietūs' is always plural, and its genitive plural form is 'pietų'.

Tips

Case Matching

Always pair 'po' with the instrumental case for physical location. If you want to say under the chair, it must be 'po kėde', not 'po kėdė'.

After Events

When using 'po' for time, the noun must be in the genitive case. 'Po pamokos' (after the lesson) uses the genitive 'pamokos'.

Wandering

If you are moving around an area without a specific destination, use 'po' with the accusative. 'Keliauti po Europą' is the standard way to say travel around Europe.

Little by Little

The phrase 'po truputį' is a lifesaver. Use it to describe your progress in Lithuanian to sound more natural.

Compound Words

Look for the 'po-' prefix in long words. It often hints at something being 'under' or 'sub-', like 'požemis' (under-ground).

Don't say 'Po'

Avoid saying just 'po' to mean 'after'. Always add 'to' (po to) or use 'vėliau' if there is no noun following it.

Short and Sweet

Keep the 'o' in 'po' short. It shouldn't sound like the English 'go'. It's a quick, punchy sound.

Price Per Item

When shopping, if you see 'po', it means 'each'. 'Po 5 eurus' means every single item is 5 euros.

Linking Sentences

Use 'po to, kai' to link two actions. 'Po to, kai grįžau, pavalgiau' (After I returned, I ate).

Politeness

Using 'po' correctly with time shows you understand the rhythm of Lithuanian life, especially 'po pietų' for afternoon meetings.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'PO' as a Post-it note. You put it 'under' something to hide it, or you check it 'after' work to remember your tasks.

Visual Association

Visualize a cat sleeping 'PO' (under) a table, and then waking up 'PO' (after) its nap.

Word Web

Po stalu (Under) Po darbo (After) Po miestą (Around) Po truputį (Gradually) Po vieną (One by one) Povandeninis (Underwater) Požeminis (Underground) Po pietų (Afternoon)

Challenge

Try to use 'po' in three different sentences today: one for location, one for time, and one for movement.

Word Origin

Derived from the Proto-Indo-European root '*pó', which meant 'near', 'at', or 'by'. This root is also the ancestor of the Latin 'post' and Greek 'apo'.

Original meaning: The original sense was likely related to proximity or following, which evolved into 'under' and 'after' in Baltic languages.

Indo-European -> Balto-Slavic -> Baltic -> Lithuanian.

Cultural Context

There are no major sensitivities, but avoid using 'po velnių' in formal or polite company as it is considered mildly profane.

English speakers often struggle with 'po' because they want to use two different words ('under' and 'after'). In Lithuanian, these are unified by one word and separated by grammar.

The poem 'Po klevu' (Under the Maple Tree) by various Lithuanian poets. The common saying 'Po saule vietos užteks visiems' (There's room for everyone under the sun). Lithuanian folk songs often mention hiding 'po rūtelių vainiku'.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Daily Schedule

Po pusryčių
Po darbo
Po mokyklos
Po treniruotės

Giving Directions

Po dešinei
Po kairės
Po tiltu
Po stogu

Describing a Room

Po stalu
Po kėde
Po lova
Po kilimu

Travel and Exploration

Po miestą
Po šalį
Po pasaulį
Po mišką

Shopping and Prices

Po eurą
Po du
Po mažai
Po kelis

Conversation Starters

"Ką veiksi po darbo?"

"Ar kada nors keliavai po Lietuvą?"

"Kas slepiasi po tavo lova?"

"Ką dažniausiai darai po vakarienės?"

"Ar tau patinka vaikščioti po senamiestį?"

Journal Prompts

Aprašyk, ką veikei po to, kai šiandien pabudai.

Parašyk apie savo mėgstamiausią kelionę po užsienį.

Kas tavo namuose yra paslėpta po baldais?

Kaip pasikeitė tavo gyvenimas po mokyklos baigimo?

Aprašyk jausmą, kai vaikštai po mišką rudenį.

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

No, 'po' is very versatile. It means 'under' with the instrumental case, 'after' with the genitive case, 'around' with the accusative case, and 'each' in distributive contexts. You must look at the noun's ending to be sure.

You say 'po pietų'. 'Pietūs' (lunch) is used in the genitive case 'pietų'. This is a very common phrase for 'afternoon'.

No, 'po' is a preposition and needs a noun. To say 'later' on its own, use the adverb 'vėliau'. If you want to say 'after that', use 'po to'.

You use the accusative case. 'Vaikščioti po miestą'. The 'ą' ending indicates movement throughout the area.

Yes, in a distributive sense. 'Po du eurus' means 'two euros each'. It is used when every item in a set has that price.

'Po' requires an object (po stalu), while 'apačioje' is used alone (jis yra apačioje). It's like the difference between 'under the table' and 'downstairs'.

You use the phrase 'po vieną'. It uses the accusative form of the number 'vienas'.

Yes, when paired with the accusative. 'Po visą pasaulį' means 'throughout the whole world'.

Yes, 'po-' is a very common prefix for verbs, often meaning to do something for a little while or slightly, like 'pamiegoti' (to sleep for a bit).

Use the instrumental case: 'po tiltu'. 'Tiltas' becomes 'tiltu' after 'po' in a spatial context.