How to Say “Ok” in Bosnian

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u redu
The English phrase 'ok' can be expressed in Bosnian using u redu.
The phrase is used to express acknowledgement or acceptance.
Meaning: acknowledgement or acceptance (intj)

Which one should you use?

Okej is a loanword used informally to mean OK in Bosnian, and dobro can be used to convey OK in informal contexts among friends.

Did you know?

  • The phrase u redu literally translates to 'in order', which is a spatial metaphor used to indicate that a situation is organized or correct.
  • The preposition u originates from the Proto-Slavic root *vъ(n), which historically indicated being inside something.
  • While u redu is perfectly polite, saying it with a slightly rising intonation at the end can sometimes make you sound more hesitant or uncertain than a simple 'yes'.

Examples in context

  • Hoćeš ići na večeru?
    Dobro.
    Do you want to go for dinner?
    OK/good.
  • Sve je u redu.
    Everything is okay.
  • To je u redu.
    That is okay.

Example conversation

Emir and Lejla are discussing plans for the weekend.

  1. Emir

    Možemo li se vidjeti u pet sati?
    Can we meet at five o'clock?
  2. Lejla

    Da, to je u redu.
    Yes, that is okay.
  3. Emir

    Vidimo se tada, Lejla.
    See you then, Lejla.
  4. Lejla

    Dogovoreno, Emir.
    Agreed, Emir.

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