Meaning
Asking about a person.
Cultural Background
Slovenians are generally reserved but polite. Asking 'Kdo je to?' is perfectly acceptable if you are genuinely curious. In many neighboring Slavic cultures, the same phrase is used. It is a shared linguistic heritage. Similar to Austrian/German culture, directness is valued in identifying people in social settings. In online forums, 'Kdo je to?' is used to identify users or people in shared links.
Focus on the 'K'
Whenever you see a question starting with 'K', it's likely an interrogative (Kdo, Kaj, Kje, Kdaj).
Don't use 'Kaj' for people
It is considered very rude to refer to a person as 'kaj' (what).
Meaning
Asking about a person.
Focus on the 'K'
Whenever you see a question starting with 'K', it's likely an interrogative (Kdo, Kaj, Kje, Kdaj).
Don't use 'Kaj' for people
It is considered very rude to refer to a person as 'kaj' (what).
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Kdo ___ to?
'Je' is the 3rd person singular of 'to be'.
Choose the correct question for a person.
Which question is correct for a person?
'Kdo' is for people, 'Kaj' is for things.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kdo je to? B: ____.
You need to identify a person.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesKdo ___ to?
'Je' is the 3rd person singular of 'to be'.
Which question is correct for a person?
'Kdo' is for people, 'Kaj' is for things.
A: Kdo je to? B: ____.
You need to identify a person.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is often used for groups too, though 'Kdo so to?' is technically plural.
No, as long as your tone is polite and you are not pointing aggressively.
Related Phrases
Kaj je to?
contrastWhat is this?
Kdo kliče?
similarWho is calling?
Kdo si?
builds onWho are you?
Kdo je ta?
synonymWho is that?
