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In this lesson, you have learned useful Serbian vocabulary related to family and relationships. Remember, speaking Serbian will be much easier if you have this vocabulary in your arsenal. Don't forget to practice with a native speaker to improve your skills! | In this lesson, you have learned useful Serbian vocabulary related to family and relationships. Remember, speaking Serbian will be much easier if you have this vocabulary in your arsenal. Don't forget to practice with a native speaker to improve your skills! | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
* [https:// | * [https://www.serbiaincoming.com/magazine/serbian-family-whos-who/ Serbian Family - Who's Who? | Serbia Incoming™ DMC] | ||
* [https:// | * [https://ling-app.com/sr/relationship-vocabulary-in-serbian/ Relationship Vocabulary In Serbian: #1 Guide] | ||
* [https://l-lingo.com/free-lessons/en/learn-serbian/family.html Learn Serbian - Lesson 5: Family | L-Lingo] | |||
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Revision as of 13:26, 12 March 2023
Family ties and relationships are very important in Serbian culture. In this lesson, you will learn useful Serbian vocabulary related to family and relationships.
Family Structure
The Serbian language has specific words to describe each family member. Below is a table with the most common words to describe family relationships.
| Serbian | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| otac | [ɔtats] | father |
| majka | [maɪka] | mother |
| baba | [baba] | grandmother |
| deda | [dɛda] | grandfather |
| sestra | [sɛstra] | sister |
| brat | [brat] | brother |
| sin | [sin] | son |
| ćerka | [tʃɛrka] | daughter |
- Očuh ([ɔtʃux]) is the word for stepfather, and Maćeha ([matʃɛha]) is the word for stepmother.
- Serbian has a separate word for uncle depending on whether he is the brother of the mother (ujak) or the father (stric).
- Similarly, the Serbian language distinguishes between aunt on the mother's side (teta) and the father's side (strina).
Family Activities and Celebrations
Family gatherings and celebrations are frequent in Serbian culture. Here are some words related to these occasions:
- porodica ([pɔrɔditsa]) - family
- rođendan ([rɔ̌d͡ʑɛndaːn]) - birthday
- slava ([slava]) - patron saint day
- venčanje ([vɛ̌ntʃaɲɛ]) - wedding
During the slava celebration, each Serbian family honors their patron saint with traditional food, drinks, and music.
Romantic Relationships
Serbian has many words to describe romantic relationships. Below are some of the most commonly used words:
- momak ([mɔ̌maːk]) - boyfriend
- devojka ([dɛʋɔ̌jka]) - girlfriend
- ljubav ([ʎubav]) - love
- brak ([brak]) - marriage
- poljubac ([pɔʎubaːts]) - kiss
- zagrljaj ([zaɡrljaːj]) - hug
Conclusion
In this lesson, you have learned useful Serbian vocabulary related to family and relationships. Remember, speaking Serbian will be much easier if you have this vocabulary in your arsenal. Don't forget to practice with a native speaker to improve your skills!
Sources
- Serbian Family - Who's Who? | Serbia Incoming™ DMC
- Relationship Vocabulary In Serbian: #1 Guide
- Learn Serbian - Lesson 5: Family | L-Lingo
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