意思
Giving directions to go forward.
文化背景
The phrase is deeply linked to the 'Singing Revolution'. It represents the collective will of the people to move toward independence. In ice hockey, fans use this phrase as a rhythmic chant. It is often accompanied by drums. Latvians value steady, incremental progress. 'Uz priekšu' in a meeting suggests that while things are moving, they are doing so in a controlled manner. Many folk songs (dainas) mention looking forward or moving forward as a sign of a strong spirit and a clear path in life.
The GPS Trick
If you want to practice listening, set your phone's GPS to Latvian. You will hear 'Uz priekšu' so often it will become second nature.
Case Matters
Never say 'uz priekša'. The 'a' ending is for location, the 'u' ending is for movement. This is a classic beginner mistake.
意思
Giving directions to go forward.
The GPS Trick
If you want to practice listening, set your phone's GPS to Latvian. You will hear 'Uz priekšu' so often it will become second nature.
Case Matters
Never say 'uz priekša'. The 'a' ending is for location, the 'u' ending is for movement. This is a classic beginner mistake.
Sports Spirit
If you go to a hockey game, don't just say it—shout it! It's a key part of the fan experience.
自我测试
Fill in the missing word to say 'Go straight ahead'.
Ejiet taisni ___ priekšu.
The preposition 'uz' is required to indicate direction toward the front.
Which phrase is used to cheer for a sports team?
Kā mēs sakām sporta spēlē?
'Uz priekšu!' is the standard way to encourage movement and victory.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are giving directions to a tourist.
This is the most common way to tell someone to keep going straight.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Vai mēs varam beigt šo darbu? B: Nē, mums jādodas ___.
In this context, B is saying they must continue or progress.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
Direction vs Location
练习题库
4 练习Ejiet taisni ___ priekšu.
The preposition 'uz' is required to indicate direction toward the front.
Kā mēs sakām sporta spēlē?
'Uz priekšu!' is the standard way to encourage movement and victory.
Situation: You are giving directions to a tourist.
This is the most common way to tell someone to keep going straight.
A: Vai mēs varam beigt šo darbu? B: Nē, mums jādodas ___.
In this context, B is saying they must continue or progress.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
10 个问题No, for 'next' in a sequence, use 'nākamais'. 'Uz priekšu' is for movement.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
The opposite is 'atpakaļ' (backward).
Because the preposition 'uz' requires the accusative case when showing direction.
Yes, it's a very common way to give someone permission to start something.
'Aiziet!' is a more energetic, slangy way to say 'Let's go!'.
Add the word 'taisni' to get 'taisni uz priekšu'.
Yes, to talk about a relationship moving forward: 'Mūsu attiecības virzās uz priekšu'.
Yes, many Latvian patriotic and pop songs use it to symbolize hope.
Only if you shout it as a command. Normally, it sounds encouraging or helpful.
相关表达
Taisni uz priekšu
specialized formStraight ahead
Atpakaļ
contrastBackward
Solis uz priekšu
builds onA step forward
Uz priekšu vērsts
specialized formForward-looking
