73+ Essential Slovenian Travel Phrases for your trip to Slovenia

How do you say “Please” and “Thank you” in Slovenian?
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As a Slovenian, I can confirm that locals will warmly appreciate your efforts when trying to speak our language. But you don’t need to be fluent in Slovenian to enjoy your time in Ljubljana, Lake Bled, or Piran.

Knowing a couple of basic words and phrases in Slovenian language will go a long way. That is why I prepared a list of common Slovenian words for tourists and a FREE downloadable pdf. Find them below.

Slovenia is one of the most beautiful green tourist destinations in Europe, according to Lonely Planet, CNN Travel, and Forbes. It might not be the most popular, but a hidden gem, that only well-informed travelers choose to visit.

A lot of people in Slovenia speak English, but learning basic Slovenian phrases will help you to understand other Slavic languages, like Croatian, Serbian, and Russian much easier.

In this comprehensive language guide, you will find useful basic Slovenian phrases for travelers that will help you navigate your way through Slovenia with ease. List of simple Slovenian words and phrases to use in everyday situations. I also encourage you to DOWNLOAD Slovenian travel phrases pdf for FREE and bring it with you to Slovenia.

Let’s begin this linguistic adventure, one essential Slovenian travel phrase at a time!

Slovenian phrases for travel

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1. Where is Slovenian spoken?

Did you know that only around 2,5 million people speak Slovenian?

What language is spoken in Slovenia?

Slovenian, the official language of Slovenia, is primarily spoken within the borders of this picturesque Central European country. What you might not know is that Slovenian language can also be heard in neighboring regions and is officially recognized as a minority language in some parts of Italy and Austria.

With Slovenia’s growing popularity as a tourist destination, you may encounter pockets of Slovenian speakers in various corners of the globe.

The best way to learn Slovenian, beyond the travel phrases, would be with a language class, asking a local (me) to have online lessons, and coming to Slovenia on language holidays.

What languages do they speak in Slovenia? What language do Slovenians speak? or What language do Slovenians speak? Slovenian, since its the official language. But most of the younger population know at least one foreign language. So speaking English should not be a problem. A lot of people also know how to communicate in Serbian, Croatian, German, Italian and other world languages.

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2. Slovenian language basics: alphabet and pronunciation

How to learn Slovene? Before you proceed to the essential travel phrases when in Slovenia, it is important to know the basics of Slovenian language. This will be useful when pronouncing the words since here you will find letters that are not in the English alphabet.

The Slovenian alphabet has 25 letters and does not have the letters W, Q, X, Y. It does have three new letters, Č, Š, Ž which are basically C, S, and Z with a caron on top.

Pronunciation of Slovenian words and phrases is phonetic. This makes things easy since each letter has only one specific sound and it is pronounced the same all the time.

A simple guide to Slovenian alphabet and pronunciation with similar English sounds:

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3. Essential Slovenian travel phrases

3.1. Basic Slovenian words and phrases

Basic words in Slovenian combine expressions that showcase politeness and cultural respect, encouraging positive interactions with locals and serving as a basis for every communication.

3.2. Common travel phrases for greetings in Slovenian

Slovenian words and phrases for greetings lay the foundation for any interaction, allowing you to initiate conversations and make a positive first impression.

3.3. Essential Slovenian travel phrases for directions and getting around

Basic Slovenian phrases for asking for directions will enable you to navigate unfamiliar streets and find your way around.

3.4. Useful Slovenian phrases for traveling when ordering food and drinks

Common Slovenian phrases for ordering meals, asking for recommendations, and specifying dietary preferences ensure enjoyable dining experiences and help you explore local cuisines.

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3.5. Practical Slovenian travel terms for shopping

Essential Slovenian phrases for inquiring about prices, negotiating, and asking for sizes or colors are handy when exploring markets and boutiques.

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3.6. Useful phrases in Slovenian for traveling when checking in a hotel

Phrases in Slovenian language you will need when checking in a hotel, asking for towels, fixing air conditioning, enquiring what time is breakfast, and what is included in your room rate.

3.7. Helpful Slovenian travel terms in case of emergencies

Here you will find helpful Slovenian travel terms in case of emergencies, natural disasters, or if you will be needing assistance in difficult or dangerous situations.

3.8. Slovenian travel phrases to compliment someone

If you’re like me and really love learning a few phrases in new languages, expand your study beyond the essential travel phrases. I always learn how to say please and thank you, never visit without knowing the local word for “coffee” and never leave without knowing how to say;

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4. Best language App for traveling abroad

Learning a language is a long process. If you think you won’t have time to learn Slovenian language basics, or if the situations come your way when above mentioned Slovenian words and phrases won’t be enough, use Google Translate. This is my favorite language app, that I use on (almost) every trip.

4.1. Google Translate

Google Translate is the most popular language travel app that can be used everywhere. I personally use it on all my travels, when going to Tanzania to learn what some Swahili words mean, when in Mexico to help with my not-the-best Spanish, when in Italy, in Japan and other places.

I’m sure you are familiar with the language app already. The most obvious feature is it will help you translate the destination language into your own one. But the absolute best feature is that it can translate the text using ‘camera translation’.

All you have to do is open the app, point your camera toward the text in a foreign language and Google Translate will do the rest. Perfect for menus! It also translates text from the photos on your camera roll. And it also works offline, when you download the language pair on your phone.

Language: 133 languages
Download: iOS | Android | Website
Price: Free

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5. Final thoughts on Essential slovenian Travel Phrases and Words

Whether it’s a warm greeting, ordering a meal, or expressing gratitude, key Slovenian phrases not only open doors to easier communication, but they also show respect and will help you to understand Slovenia, people, and culture in a different way.

Before traveling to Slovenia, learn Slovenian language basics and Slovene phrases that will help you to navigate through this green country. How to say Hello in Slovenian and how to say thank you in Slovenian language. Basic Slovenian phrases for directions, ordering food, and checking in a hotel. 

Which of these useful Slovenian phrases have you managed to memorize so far?
Let me know in the comments!

Srečno pot,
Anja

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