Top Lithuanian Phrases You'll Use Daily in Vilnius
From 'Ačiū' to 'Kur yra...', these are the absolute essentials for living in the capital.
2024-06-05•By LietuCoach Team
The Vilnius Survival Kit
Vilnius is an international city, but speaking the local language unlocks a deeper level of the city (and better service!).
Politeness Essentials
- Ačiū / Dėkui (Thanks). Use Ačiū everywhere.
- Prašom (Please / Here you go / You're welcome). The "Swiss Army Knife" word.
- Offering a seat? Prašom.
- Answering "Thanks"? Prašom.
- Asking for something? Kavos, prašom.
- Atsiprašau (Excuse me / Sorry).
- Bumping into someone? Atsiprašau.
- Asking a question? Atsiprašau...
Shop & Café
- Ar galima kortele? (Can I pay by card?)
- Vilnius is 99% cashless, but asking is polite.
- Sąskaitą, prašom. (The bill, please.)
- Čia išsinešimui. (For takeaway / To go.)
- Very useful for coffee!
Directions
- Kur yra...? (Where is...?)
- Kur yra tualetas?
- Kur yra stotelė?
Practice Pronunciation
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Fun Extras
- Geras! (Good! / Cool! / Wow!)
- Reacting to a story? Just say Geras!
- Nu (Well / So / Yes / No).
- Borrowed from Slavic, used by everyone informally. It helps you sound local, but use with caution in formal settings!
Conclusion
Master these 9 phrases, and you navigate 90% of daily interactions smoothly.