Language/Serbian/Vocabulary/Banking-and-Money
As a Serbian language teacher for over 20 years, I know that it's important to learn relevant vocabulary for everyday situations. In this lesson, we will focus on Serbian vocabulary related to banking and money exchange. This lesson is part of a larger course titled "Complete 0 to A1 Serbian Course," aimed at complete beginners who want to learn Serbian and reach level A1.
Basic Vocabulary
Let's start with the most basic Serbian vocabulary related to banking and money:
Serbian | Pronunciation | English |
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Račun | ra-chun | Account |
Kreditna kartica | kre-dit-na kar-ti-tsa | Credit card |
Debitna kartica | de-bit-na kar-ti-tsa | Debit card |
Novac | no-vats | Money |
Bankomat | ban-ko-mat | ATM |
Gotovina | go-to-vi-na | Cash |
Transfer | tranns-fehr | Transfer |
Here are some additional phrases to keep in mind:
- Banka - Bank
- Valuta - Currency
- Tečaj - Exchange rate
- Valutna pijaca - Currency market
- Štednja - Savings
Banking Services
In Serbia, most people have accounts in banks, and various types of accounts are available, including student accounts, retirement accounts, or business accounts. Here are some common Serbian phrases related to banking services:
- Otvoriti račun - To open an account
- Zatvoriti račun - To close an account
- Podići novac - To withdraw money
- Uplatiti novac - To deposit money
- Prijaviti krađu bankovne kartice - To report a stolen bank card
Here are some additional banking terms that you may find useful:
Serbian | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
Kamata | ka-ma-ta | Interest rate |
Kredit | kre-dit | Credit |
Bankarska garancija | ban-kar-ska ga-ran-tsi-ya | Bank guarantee |
Hipoteka | hi-po-te-ka | Mortgage |
Devizni račun | deh-vee-zni ra-chun | Foreign currency account |
Fond za osiguranje štednih uloga | fond za o-si-gu-ra-nje shted-nih u-lo-ga | Deposit insurance fund |
Money Exchange
When travelling to Serbia, it's important to know how to exchange your money. Here are some common Serbian phrases to help you:
- Menjačnica - Exchange office
- Devizni kurs - Exchange rate
- Kursna lista - Exchange rate list
- Konvertor valuta - Currency converter
Here are some additional Serbian phrases to help you when exchanging money:
- Kupovni kurs - Buying rate
- Prodajni kurs - Selling rate
- Konverzija - Conversion
- Konverzija valute - Currency conversion
Conclusion
In conclusion, learning Serbian vocabulary related to banking and money exchange is helpful if you plan to travel or live in Serbia. By familiarizing yourself with these Serbian phrases and terms, you will be better equipped to handle your money and banking needs. Remember, practice is key to mastering a new language, so keep practicing!
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