Do you want to have a meaningful adventure in Lithuania? Then, make new friends. In Lithuania, if you will be asked the”Koks tavo vardas?” (What is your name?), how are you going to respond? Well, the easiest way to introduce yourself in Lithuanian is “Mano vardas yra…” (My name is…).
Introducing yourself to new people is a challenging thing to do. What more if you’ll do it in a foreign language? Don’t worry because this blog post will help you learn more about Lithuanian as you introduce yourself in the Lithuanian language.
Why Do We Have To Introduce Ourselves?
Wherever we go, there will always be a situation where we have to introduce ourselves. Even when we were young, we were already conditioned that we had to introduce ourselves during the first few days of the class. By doing this, it helps us to break the ice when we meet new people. Not all people will feel confident when they are in front of people they don’t know. When we are confident, it helps us make good impressions, especially in the workplace and business. Introducing yourself is also a way of opening yourself to make new connections and meaningful memories.
What Is The Lithuanian Word For “Name”
Before we go any further, let us first learn how to say “name” in Lithuanian.
Vardas – Name
Knowing the Lithuanian word for “name” (vardas) will be advantageous in many situations, such as boarding the airport, booking a hotel, making restaurant reservations, and more. If you are going to Lithuania or just want to speak Lithuanian, include this word in your must-learn Lithuanian vocabulary.
Pavardė – Surname
After knowing how to say the word “name” in Lithuanian, you should also learn how to say the word “surname”(pavardė). Did you know that the format of the name of Lithuanians is just like the format of most European countries? – Start with the given name followed by the surname.
How To Introduce Yourself In Lithuanian?
Are you going on a trip to Lithuania? Whether it is a trip for adventure or a business trip, you really have to learn how to introduce yourself in Lithuanian.
There are ways to introduce yourself in different languages. For example, in Khmer, it is “Khnyŭm Chhmoŭh… (ខ្ងុំឈ្មោះ …)”. In Cantonese, it’s “Ngo5 Hai6 ___ (我係 __),” and in Malay, it’s “Nama saya…”
You can always do it in English since most Lithuanians can speak and understand English. But isn’t it nicer to be able to use their native language to introduce yourself? So, here are the words and phrases to use if you want to learn how to introduce yourself in Lithuanian.
1. Labas (Hello) – Start With Greetings
One of the best icebreakers when talking to someone, which is applicable in most cultures worldwide, is greetings. In the past blog, we have discussed the 10 Basic Greetings In Lithuanian. This will help you learn a variety of Lithuanian greetings that you can use in different situations and times of the day.
Greeting people is a polite thing to do, especially when you are in foreign countries. So, here are some Lithuanian greetings. If you want to learn Lithuanian greetings, you may check the Ling app.
| English | Lithuanian |
|---|---|
| Good Morning | Labas Rytas |
| Good evening | Labas Vakaras |
| Good Day/ Good Afternoon | Laba Diena |
You can also ask, “How are you?” or “How are you doing?” (Kaip sekasi?). This way, you are making an attempt to build connections with the people.
2. Mano Vardas Yra … (My Name Is …) – State Your Name
When somebody asks you the question, “Koks tavo vardas?” (What is your name?), you can reply Mano Vardas Yra … (My name is …). This is the easiest and the most basic way to introduce yourself in Lithuanian. It can be used when meeting random people while traveling, applying for work, and many other situations. Just like what is mentioned above, Lithuanians follow the same name format as most countries around the world – name (vardas) followed by the last name (pavardė).
Here are some common Lithuanian names that you can hear in Lithuania.
For Boys:
- Matis
- Dominyka
- Nojus
For Girls:
- Janina
- Regina:
- Lina
3. Man 20 Metų. (I’m 20 Years Old.) – Mention Your Age
In expressing age, the first thing you have to learn is the Lithuanian numbers. When you are asked, “Kiek tau metų?” (How old are you?), you can simply say “Man 20 Metų.”. Then, you have to replace the number according to your age. When it is in written form, you can just put the numerical value. But, in spoken form, you really have to use the Lithuanian word for the number.
When you introduce yourself in Lithuanian, people don’t really ask about your age unless needed for work or other situations. Some cultures find it offensive. It is a must to be careful. But, here is a list of Lithuanian numbers that you can use in mentioning your age (skaitvardžiai):
| English | Lithuanian |
|---|---|
| fifteen | penkiolika |
| sixteen | šešiolika |
| twenty | dvidešimt |
| thirty | trisdešimt |
| forty | keturiasdešimt |
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4. Aš Gyvenu… (I Live (In) … – Proudly Say Where You Came From
When you meet someone new, one of the best conversation pieces is about where you came from. It is fascinating to know about other cultures. So, if somebody asked you, “Kur tu gyveni?” (Where do you live?), you can proudly say the country way you came from. You can talk a little bit about your culture, but make sure that you will be sensitive to others. Remember, politeness and respect are really important. After all, politeness is a nice return after they make you feel welcome. You can even ask for facts about the Lithuanian culture to be more informed. Below are some of the countries in Lithuanian:
| English | Lithuanian |
|---|---|
| Australia | Australija |
| Cambodia | Kambodža |
| Canada | Kanada |
| China | Kinija |
| Spain | Ispanija |
| Thailand | Tailandas |
| USA | JAV |
5. Aš Esu Studentas (I Am A Student.) – Share What You Do For A Living
Another way of introducing yourself in Lithuanian is by sharing what you do for a living. For students, you can share where you are studying and what course you are taking up. This will be another conversation piece that you might be talking about. Sharing this will give the impression that you are planning how to make your life stable and successful. Here are some examples of professions in Lithuanian:
| English | Lithuanian |
|---|---|
| teacher | mokytojas |
| architect | architektas |
| engineer | inžinierius |
| chef | virėjas |
| vlogger | vlogeris |
| doctor | gydytojas |
| nurse | slaugytoja |
6. Mėgstu Keliauti (I Like To Travel) – Speak About Your Hobbies
Talking about something you are passionate about, something special for you. By saying this, you might meet people with similar passions and interests. This will help you gain and make new friends in a foreign country. Saying about these things will make you relatable to other people despite differences in culture and tradition. Here are some common hobbies that people do:
| English | Lithuanian |
|---|---|
| cooking | virimas |
| baking | kepimo |
| mountaineering | alpinizmas |
| traveling | keliaujant |
| painting | dažymas |
7. Aš Nekalbu Lietuviškai (I Don’t Speak Lithuanian) – Let Them Know Your Lithuanian Skill
The last step that we will discuss how to introduce yourself in Lithuanian is letting locals know if you can speak their language. There are many advantages to telling other people about Lithuanian skills. Firstly, they will know how to approach you. They will know how they are going to approach you. Secondly, there will be a possibility that someone will teach you how to speak Lithuanian. Please remember that if you make an effort to speak in Lithuanian, it will give them the impression that you value and respect their language.
If somebody asked you, “Ar kalbi lietuviškai?” (Do you speak Lithuanian?) You can answer by saying yes (taip) or no (ne).
How To Respond?
Malonu susipažinti” (Nice to meet you).
Now that you have learned how to introduce yourself in Lithuanian, you should also know how to respond if someone introduces you. It is a nice gesture and expression of gladness to meet the other person. So, if you want to respond, you can simply say Malonu susipažinti (Nice to meet you).
How If The Conversation Gets Deeper, What Will You Do?
If you think that meeting new people will begin and end when you introduce yourself in Lithuanian, you’re wrong. It is the beginning of a deeper conversation with someone. Today, many people are learning new languages because there are many advantages. It can actually help you connect with other people and have meaningful conversations. So, if the conversation goes deeper, make sure to learn at least basic words and phrases that you can use. Don’t worry. The Ling app has your back.
So, what exactly is the Ling app? It is an app developed to help language learners like you learn new languages conveniently. The Ling app can be accessed online or can be downloaded on your phone. But, I want you also to remember that this app has a gamification feature that will make you enjoy your language learning journey.
If you are worried about the pronunciation, you don’t have to be because the Ling app has audio recordings from native speakers. You can also see an image in every word or phrase that you want to learn.
So, say goodbye to books and scheduled classes. Instead, start your free lessons now and learn Lithuanian!
