Meaning
Expressing a personal preference.
Cultural Background
Slovenians are often modest. When someone says 'Všeč mi je' about your work, it is a genuine and sufficient compliment. You don't need to use superlatives like 'amazing' to be sincere. The verb 'všečkati' was created specifically for the digital age. It shows how the language adapts to new technology while keeping the 'všeč' root. In a 'Gostilna', it is polite to tell the host 'Všeč mi je bilo' after a meal. It's more personal than just saying the food was good. Saying 'Všeč si mi' is the standard way to start a romantic relationship. It’s less heavy than 'Ljubim te' but more serious than just being friends.
Drop the 'Meni'
In 90% of cases, you don't need to say 'Meni'. Just say 'Všeč mi je'. It sounds much more natural.
Watch the Plurals
Always check if the thing you like is plural. If it is, change 'je' to 'so'.
Meaning
Expressing a personal preference.
Drop the 'Meni'
In 90% of cases, you don't need to say 'Meni'. Just say 'Všeč mi je'. It sounds much more natural.
Watch the Plurals
Always check if the thing you like is plural. If it is, change 'je' to 'so'.
Complimenting
Use 'Zelo mi je všeč' to show extra enthusiasm without sounding fake.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'biti' (je/so).
Všeč mi ____ te gore.
Since 'gore' (mountains) is plural, we must use 'so'.
Choose the correct pronoun for 'I like'.
____ mi je ta kava.
The phrase requires the Dative case, which is 'Meni'.
Match the Slovenian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the pairs:
These are the present, negative, past, and future forms.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ali ti je všeč ta film? B: Ne, ____ mi ni všeč.
The subject 'ta film' remains in the nominative case.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesVšeč mi ____ te gore.
Since 'gore' (mountains) is plural, we must use 'so'.
____ mi je ta kava.
The phrase requires the Dative case, which is 'Meni'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the present, negative, past, and future forms.
A: Ali ti je všeč ta film? B: Ne, ____ mi ni všeč.
The subject 'ta film' remains in the nominative case.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsNo, that is grammatically incorrect. You must use the dative 'mi' or 'meni'.
'Všeč mi je' is for aesthetic liking or attraction, while 'Rad imam' is for habits and affection.
Use the past tense: 'Všeč mi je bilo'.
No, it is an adverb used with the verb 'biti' (to be).
Related Phrases
rad imam
similarI like/love
ljubim
specialized formI love
ugajati
synonymto please
všečkati
builds onto like (on social media)
