Significado
Describing a negative physical or emotional state.
Contexto cultural
The 'Draft' (Curentul) is often cited as the reason for not feeling well. It is a deeply held belief that moving air causes illness. Similar to Romania, but you might hear more Russian-influenced intonations when expressing health concerns. Health is tied to the ability to work. Saying you don't feel well is a serious statement about one's productivity. The phrase is increasingly used for mental health awareness, breaking the old taboo of only talking about physical pain.
The 'Mă' Rule
Always include 'mă', 'te', or 'se'. Without them, the verb 'a simți' means to perceive an external smell or touch, not your internal state.
Avoid 'Bun'
Never say 'Nu mă simt bun'. It sounds like you are saying you aren't a 'good person' or you aren't 'tasty'.
Significado
Describing a negative physical or emotional state.
The 'Mă' Rule
Always include 'mă', 'te', or 'se'. Without them, the verb 'a simți' means to perceive an external smell or touch, not your internal state.
Avoid 'Bun'
Never say 'Nu mă simt bun'. It sounds like you are saying you aren't a 'good person' or you aren't 'tasty'.
Add 'Prea'
Adding 'prea' (too/very) makes it softer: 'Nu mă simt prea bine' (I don't feel too well). It's very common in polite conversation.
The Draft
If you say this to an older Romanian, expect them to tell you to close the window or put on a scarf!
Teste-se
Fill in the missing reflexive pronoun.
Ea nu ___ simte bine.
For 'Ea' (She), the reflexive pronoun is 'se'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
How do you say 'I don't feel well'?
It requires the reflexive 'mă' and the adverb 'bine'.
Complete the dialogue.
Andrei: Vrei să mergi la film? Tu: Îmi pare rău, ___.
The context of 'Îmi pare rău' (I'm sorry) suggests a negative state.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at the doctor and want to start explaining your symptoms.
'Nu mă simt bine' is the most neutral and appropriate opening for a doctor.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Reflexive Pronouns for 'A se simți'
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosEa nu ___ simte bine.
For 'Ea' (She), the reflexive pronoun is 'se'.
How do you say 'I don't feel well'?
It requires the reflexive 'mă' and the adverb 'bine'.
Andrei: Vrei să mergi la film? Tu: Îmi pare rău, ___.
The context of 'Îmi pare rău' (I'm sorry) suggests a negative state.
You are at the doctor and want to start explaining your symptoms.
'Nu mă simt bine' is the most neutral and appropriate opening for a doctor.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYes, it's very common. You can also say 'Nu sunt în apele mele' for a hangover.
You say 'Nu mă simt bine' (I don't feel well). 'Mă simt rău' (I feel bad) is also possible but stronger.
Use the past tense: 'Nu m-am simțit bine'.
Yes, it covers emotional states as well as physical ones.
'Nu mă simt bine' is general malaise; 'Mi-e rău' usually means you are about to vomit or faint.
No, the 'mă' and the verb ending 'simt' already tell us it's 'I'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
No, say 'Mă doare stomacul' (My stomach hurts).
It means 'well' or 'good' (as an adverb).
Ask: 'Nu te simți bine?'
Frases relacionadas
Mi-e rău
similarI feel sick/nauseous
Sunt bolnav
similarI am sick
Nu sunt în apele mele
idiomI'm not myself
Mă simt bine
contrastI feel well
Mă doare...
builds onMy ... hurts
