Guide

50 Essential Lithuanian Phrases for Total Beginners

From 'Labas' to 'Ačiū', learn the absolute must-know phrases for surviving and thriving in Lithuania.

Greetings

The most common way to say hello is Labas (informal) or Laba diena (Good day - formal).

Labas rytas - Good morning.
Labas vakaras - Good evening.
Viso gero - Goodbye (formal).
Iki! - Bye! (informal).

Politeness

Lithuanians appreciate politeness. Use these often:

Ačiū (Ah-choo) - Thank you.
Prašau (Pra-shaoo) - Please / You're welcome.
Atsiprašau - Excuse me / I'm sorry.

Introductions

Mano vardas... (My name is...) Malonu susipažinti. (Nice to meet you.)

Emergency / Survival

Ar kalbate angliškai? - Do you speak English? Nesuprantu. - I don't understand. Kur yra tualetas? - Where is the toilet?

Quick Practice

Try a mini-dialogue:

Labas!
Labas, ar kalbate angliškai?
Taip (Yes), šiek tiek (a little).

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