A1 Proverb 中性

Krv nije voda

Blood is not water

意思

Family ties are very strong.

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文化背景

In Croatia, family loyalty often extends to distant cousins. You might hear this phrase at a large wedding with 300 guests. In the Dalmatian region, the phrase is often used to explain the 'dišpet' (defiance) that runs in families. In Slavonia, it's often linked to the tradition of passing down land and agricultural skills. For Croatians living abroad, this phrase is a way to maintain a connection to their roots and heritage.

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Use it for resemblances

It's the safest and most common way for a beginner to use the phrase.

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Don't use for friends

Even if they are like a brother to you, this phrase is strictly biological.

意思

Family ties are very strong.

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Use it for resemblances

It's the safest and most common way for a beginner to use the phrase.

⚠️

Don't use for friends

Even if they are like a brother to you, this phrase is strictly biological.

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The TV Show

If you mention this phrase to a young Croatian, they might laugh because of the famous reality show.

自我测试

Complete the proverb.

Krv nije ____.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: voda

The standard proverb is 'Krv nije voda'.

In which situation would you say 'Krv nije voda'?

Situation: You see a child who has the same laugh as their grandfather.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you notice a family trait.

The phrase is used to highlight inherited characteristics.

Choose the best response.

A: 'Zašto pomažeš rođaku koji je bio zločest prema tebi?' B: '_________________.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Krv nije voda.

This justifies helping a relative despite their behavior.

What does this phrase mean?

Krv nije voda.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Family ties are very strong.

This is the figurative meaning of the proverb.

🎉 得分: /4

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Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Krv nije ____.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: voda

The standard proverb is 'Krv nije voda'.

In which situation would you say 'Krv nije voda'? situation_matching A1

Situation: You see a child who has the same laugh as their grandfather.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you notice a family trait.

The phrase is used to highlight inherited characteristics.

Choose the best response. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Zašto pomažeš rođaku koji je bio zločest prema tebi?' B: '_________________.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Krv nije voda.

This justifies helping a relative despite their behavior.

What does this phrase mean? Choose A1

Krv nije voda.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Family ties are very strong.

This is the figurative meaning of the proverb.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

4 个问题

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your grandmother.

Yes, people will understand you, but 'Krv nije voda' is more traditional.

Usually, but it can be used to explain bad traits too, like a family temper.

The 'r' is vocalic. Try saying 'k-r-v' quickly with a rolled 'r'.

相关表达

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Jabuka ne pada daleko od stabla

similar

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

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Geni su geni

synonym

Genes are genes.

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Svoj svome

builds on

One's own to one's own.

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