BosanskiFor the diaspora
What to say when you visit Bosnian family
A visit has a rhythm: welcome, coffee, food, conversation, and a long goodbye at the door. Know a few phrases for each part and you will be family, not a guest.
Arriving
| Audio | Bosnian | English |
|---|---|---|
| dobro došli | welcome | |
| dobar dan | good day / good afternoon | |
| drago mi je | nice to meet you | |
| izvolite | here you are / how can I help you (formal) | |
| sjedi | sit (down) |
Coffee and food
| Audio | Bosnian | English |
|---|---|---|
| kahva | coffee | |
| prijatno | bon appétit | |
| ukusno | tasty / delicious | |
| još | more | |
| dosta | enough | |
| ne mogu više | I cannot eat any more |
Leaving
| Audio | Bosnian | English |
|---|---|---|
| hvala na pozivu | thanks for the invitation | |
| doviđenja | goodbye (polite) | |
| vidimo se | see you | |
| sretan put | safe travels |
More on the coffee ritual and the table.
Questions
How do you say welcome in Bosnian?
Dobro došli.
How do you thank your host in Bosnian?
Hvala na pozivu: thank you for the invitation.