Meaning
The act of sitting down.
Cultural Background
Offering a seat is a mandatory sign of respect for elderly people in public transport. Similar to Romania, the phrase is used in the exact same way to show hospitality. In more traditional households, the host might insist you take the 'best' seat. In business, it is used to quickly settle a meeting.
Watch the article
Always remember that 'a lua loc' has no article. Adding 'ul' changes the meaning entirely.
Be polite
Always use 'vă rog' with 'luați loc' to sound like a native speaker.
Meaning
The act of sitting down.
Watch the article
Always remember that 'a lua loc' has no article. Adding 'ul' changes the meaning entirely.
Be polite
Always use 'vă rog' with 'luați loc' to sound like a native speaker.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form.
Vă rog, _____ loc!
The formal imperative for 'a lua' is 'luați'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct way to invite a guest.
'Luați locul' means 'take the place/job', while 'Luați loc' means 'take a seat'.
Match the register to the phrase.
Match the formality.
Luați is plural/formal, Ia is singular/informal.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesVă rog, _____ loc!
The formal imperative for 'a lua' is 'luați'.
Choose the correct way to invite a guest.
'Luați locul' means 'take the place/job', while 'Luați loc' means 'take a seat'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Luați is plural/formal, Ia is singular/informal.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, 'a lua loc' is specifically for sitting. Use 'a se întinde' for lying down.
It is not rude if you are talking to a friend or someone younger, but it is informal.
Related Phrases
A se așeza
synonymTo sit down
A ocupa un loc
similarTo occupy a seat
A lua locul
contrastTo replace someone
