Essential Bosnian phrases worth learning first.

Start with phrases that let you greet people, be polite, introduce yourself and handle everyday situations. Say them aloud—not just in your head.

Greetings and basics

• Zdravo. — Hello.
• Ćao. — Hi / Bye.
• Dobro jutro. — Good morning.
• Dobar dan. — Good day.
• Dobro veče. — Good evening.
• Kako si? — How are you? (informal)
• Dobro sam. — I’m well.

Politeness

• Molim. — Please / You’re welcome, depending on context.
• Hvala. — Thank you.
• Hvala puno. — Thank you very much.
• Izvini. — Sorry / Excuse me. (informal)
• Izvinite. — Sorry / Excuse me. (formal or plural)

Introductions

• Kako se zoveš? — What is your name? (informal)
• Zovem se … — My name is …
• Drago mi je. — Nice to meet you.
• Odakle si? — Where are you from? (informal)
• Ja sam iz … — I’m from …

Useful when you are learning

• Ne razumijem. — I don’t understand.
• Možete li ponoviti? — Can you repeat? (formal/polite)
• Govorite li engleski? — Do you speak English?
• Učim bosanski. — I’m learning Bosnian.
• Kako se kaže … na bosanskom? — How do you say … in Bosnian?

Café and everyday life

• Jednu kafu, molim. — One coffee, please.
• Koliko košta? — How much does it cost?
• Gdje je …? — Where is …?
• Može. — Okay / That works.
• Bujrum. — Come in / Go ahead / Please / Welcome, depending on context.