Names and introductions
Say who you are and ask politely
Names and introductions
Say who you are and ask politely
Say your name, ask someone else for their name, and choose the right form for casual or polite situations.
You unlock a first-meeting script: “Mano vardas…”, “Aš esu…”, “Koks tavo vardas?”, “Koks jūsų vardas?”, and “Malonu susipažinti.”
Teacher explanation
Use a short phrase first. In Lithuanian, beginners can introduce themselves with “Mano vardas…” or “Aš esu…”.
The main choice in this lesson is register. Use “tavo” in a casual setting and “jūsų” in a polite public setting.
Key language
Audio preview is unavailable on this device.
Audio preview is unavailable on this device.
Audio preview is unavailable on this device.
Safer in public or polite situations.
Audio preview is unavailable on this device.
In fast conversation, you may also hear the shorter “Malonu.”
Audio preview is unavailable on this device.
One question, two levels of politeness
Keep the sentence frame and swap one word: “tavo” for casual, “jūsų” for polite.
First meeting in the apartment lobby
Two adults meet for the first time near the mailbox area.
Micro-reading
Guided output
Show sample answer
Show sample answer
Imagine you just moved into a new apartment building. Write 2-3 sentences introducing yourself to a neighbor.
- •Use 'Laba diena' or 'Labas'
- •Say your name with 'Mano vardas...' or 'Aš esu...'
- •Ask for their name with 'Koks jūsų vardas?'
Quick practice
Learner notes
- • Keep jūsų slow and clear.
- • Break susipažinti into clear parts: su-si-pa-žin-ti.
- • English has one “you”, so the tavo/jūsų choice needs attention.
- • If you are unsure in public, choose the polite form first.
I can say my name, ask for another person’s name politely, and write a short introduction.
Finish this lesson
Finish the writing task and choose a self-check before completing the lesson. 0/5 completed.