Significado
A greeting used when someone arrives at a place.
Contexto cultural
The 'Welcome Drink' (pijača dobrodošlice) is a staple. Even at 10 AM, a host might offer a small glass of 'žganje' (schnapps). Refusing it can be tricky, so it's best to at least take a sip. Slippers (copati) are the ultimate sign of being welcome. If a host gives you their best slippers, you are a truly honored guest. In some villages, welcoming a new neighbor involves a 'podoknica' (serenade under the window) or a shared meal with the whole street. Slovenians value punctuality. If you are late, the 'Dobrodošli' might be followed by a pointed look at a watch, though the greeting remains polite.
The 'Hvala' Trap
Never say 'Dobrodošli' after someone says 'Hvala'. It's the most common beginner mistake!
Gender Matters
If you want to impress a Slovenian, use 'Dobrodošla' for a woman. It shows you know your grammar.
Significado
A greeting used when someone arrives at a place.
The 'Hvala' Trap
Never say 'Dobrodošli' after someone says 'Hvala'. It's the most common beginner mistake!
Gender Matters
If you want to impress a Slovenian, use 'Dobrodošla' for a woman. It shows you know your grammar.
The Slipper Rule
In Slovenia, 'Dobrodošli' is usually followed by an offer of slippers. Always accept them!
Signs
When you see 'Dobrodošli' on a sign, it's plural because it's welcoming everyone.
Teste-se
You are welcoming your female friend Maja to your house. Which form do you use?
Maja, ________!
Maja is feminine singular, so the ending must be '-a'.
Complete the sign at the airport welcoming everyone to Slovenia.
_________ v Sloveniji!
The plural masculine form 'Dobrodošli' is the standard for general signs.
Match the response to the statement.
Someone says: 'Hvala za darilo!' (Thank you for the gift!)
Never use 'Dobrodošli' to respond to 'Hvala'. Use 'Prosim'.
Fill in the dual form for a couple (Marko and Ana).
Marko in Ana, ________ pri naju!
For a mixed dual group (one male, one female), the dual ending is '-a'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Dobrodošli Endings
Singular
- • Dobrodošel (m)
- • Dobrodošla (f)
Dual
- • Dobrodošla (m/mix)
- • Dobrodošli (f)
Plural
- • Dobrodošli (m/mix)
- • Dobrodošle (f)
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosMaja, ________!
Maja is feminine singular, so the ending must be '-a'.
_________ v Sloveniji!
The plural masculine form 'Dobrodošli' is the standard for general signs.
Someone says: 'Hvala za darilo!' (Thank you for the gift!)
Never use 'Dobrodošli' to respond to 'Hvala'. Use 'Prosim'.
Marko in Ana, ________ pri naju!
For a mixed dual group (one male, one female), the dual ending is '-a'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasNo. Use 'Prosim' or 'Ni za kaj'. 'Dobrodošli' is only for welcoming someone to a place.
Yes, use 'Dobrodošla'.
Use the dual form: 'Dobrodošla'.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, especially if you are welcoming someone to a newsletter or a group.
It's a welcome drink, often offered in hotels or at parties.
Not really, but in very casual settings, people just say 'Živijo'.
Because signs welcome a group of people (plural).
Yes, it means 'Welcome back', though 'Dobrodošli spet' is also common.
Yes, the word is identical in Croatian and Serbian.
Frases relacionadas
Pozdravljeni
similarGreetings / Hello (formal)
Sprejem
specialized formReception
Gostoljubje
builds onHospitality
Vstopite
similarCome in / Enter
Prosim
contrastPlease / You're welcome
