Learning Lithuanian can open up a new world of cultural understanding and communication. Whether you’re planning a trip to Lithuania, have Lithuanian heritage, or are just interested in language learning, getting familiar with everyday phrases can significantly enhance your conversational skills. Here’s a list of phrases that will help you to engage in everyday conversations with native Lithuanian speakers.

Sveiki
(Sveh-kee) – Hello
Used as a general greeting, “Sveiki” can be used at any time of day.
Labas rytas, Jonas, sveiki!

Labas
(La-bahs) – Hi
A casual and commonly used greeting, similar to “hi” or “hey” in English.
Labas, kaip sekasi?

Kaip sekasi?
(Kaip se-kah-see) – How are you?
Asking someone how they are doing is a friendly way to initiate a conversation.
Sveiki, kaip sekasi?

Ačiū
(Ah-choo) – Thank you
An essential word in any language, expressing gratitude.
Už jūsų pagalbą, ačiū!

Prašau
(Prah-show) – Please or You’re welcome
This phrase is multifunctional and can be used either to ask for something politely or to respond to a thank you.
Prašau, pereikite per gatvę.

Atsiprašau
(At-sih-prah-show) – Excuse me or I’m sorry
Whether you need to get somebody’s attention or want to apologize for a mistake, this is the word to use.
Atsiprašau, gal galite man padėti?

Taip
(Taip) – Yes
An affirmative response to a question.
Ar norite kavos? Taip, norėčiau.

Ne
(Neh) – No
Used to give a negative response or express disagreement.
Ar einame šiandien į kiną? Ne, gal kitą kartą.

Gerai
(Gheh-rye) – Okay or Good
Expressing compliance or that something is alright.
Vakarienei kepsime žuvį, gerai?

Atleiskite
(At-lay-skee-teh) – Excuse me or Forgive me
Can be used to ask for forgiveness or when you didn’t hear something properly.
Atleiskite, ar galėtumėte pakartoti?

Viso gero
(Vee-so gheh-ro) – Goodbye or Take care
A polite way to say goodbye or wish someone well.
Iki kitos susitikimo, viso gero!

Labas rytas
(La-bas rhee-tas) – Good morning
The right phrase to use when greeting someone in the morning.
Labas rytas! Kaip miegojote?

Labas vakaras
(La-bas vah-kah-ras) – Good evening
Greet someone in the evening with this phrase.
Labas vakaras, jau paruošiau vakarienę.

Nakties
(Nahk-tyes) – Goodnight
Used when parting for the night or before going to sleep.
Jau vėlu, einu miegoti, nakties!

By using these everyday Lithuanian phrases, you’ll find it easier to start conversations and connect with the locals during your travels or in your language learning journey. Remember that regular practice and immersion in the language are the keys to becoming fluent. Sėkmės mokantis lietuvių kalbą, or good luck learning the Lithuanian language!