drago mi je
drago mi je is the Bosnian way to say "nice to meet you".
The phrase drago mi je is used as a standard, polite way to say 'nice to meet you' during an initial introduction.
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, drago mi je translates to "it is dear to me". In this phrase, drago is a neuter adjective in the nominative case, functioning as the subject of the phrase.
Did you know?
- The word drago shares a root with the English word 'dear' and the German word 'teuer', which originally described something precious or costly.
- Because Bosnian is part of a dialect continuum, drago mi je is understood and used almost identically in neighboring Croatia and Serbia.
- In Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is common to accompany drago mi je with a firm handshake and direct eye contact to signal sincerity.
Examples in context
- Drago mi je što vas upoznajem.It is a pleasure to meet you.
Example conversation
Emir and Jasmina are meeting for the first time at a social event.
- EmirZdravo, ja sam Emir.Hello, I am Emir.
- JasminaDrago mi je, ja sam Jasmina.Nice to meet you, I am Jasmina.
- EmirTakođe, drago mi je.Likewise, nice to meet you.
- JasminaDrago mi je što smo se upoznali.I am glad we met.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries drago, je, mi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
