Meaning
Consuming a fruit beverage.
Cultural Background
Birch sap (bērzu sula) is a national obsession in spring. It is often fermented with raisins and blackcurrant twigs. Apple juice is the most common 'home-made' drink. Almost every Latvian with a garden has an apple press. Juice is often served at 'bēru mielasts' (funeral wakes) as a traditional non-alcoholic option alongside 'dzērveņu morss' (cranberry drink). In Latvian schools, juice is often provided for free or at a low cost as part of the 'Skolas auglis' (School Fruit) program.
The Accusative Rule
Always remember: Sula -> Sulu. This is your first big step into Latvian grammar!
Birch Sap
If someone offers you 'sula' in April, expect a clear liquid, not a fruity one!
Meaning
Consuming a fruit beverage.
The Accusative Rule
Always remember: Sula -> Sulu. This is your first big step into Latvian grammar!
Birch Sap
If someone offers you 'sula' in April, expect a clear liquid, not a fruity one!
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of 'sula'.
Es gribu dzert ____.
The object of the verb 'dzert' must be in the accusative case.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct daily routine sentence:
'Mēs' requires the verb ending '-am'.
Match the Latvian phrase to its English translation.
Match the following:
Basic vocabulary matching.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesEs gribu dzert ____.
The object of the verb 'dzert' must be in the accusative case.
Choose the correct daily routine sentence:
'Mēs' requires the verb ending '-am'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Basic vocabulary matching.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it sounds like 'I drink the concept of juice.' You must say 'sulu'.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends or with the President.
Related Phrases
dzert ūdeni
similarTo drink water
sūkt sulu
informalTo sip juice (often with a straw)
spiest sulu
builds onTo squeeze juice
