ідеально
idealno
The English phrase 'perfect' is translated into Ukrainian as ідеально (idealno).
The term is used to describe something that is excellent and delightful in all respects. While it often functions as an adverb meaning 'perfectly' or 'ideally', it is also used as a standalone exclamation to mean 'Perfect!' In colloquial speech, the term Якраз can also be used to convey the sense of perfection or being just the right fit.
Meaning: excellent and delightful in all respects (adj)
Which one should you use?
ідеально functions grammatically as an adverb (perfectly). It can be used on its own as an exclamation, whereas the adjective forms are used to describe nouns.
How does it change in a sentence?
If you want to use 'perfect' as an adjective to describe a noun, you must use the adjective forms rather than the adverb ідеально. The adjective ending changes based on the gender of the noun: use ідеальний for masculine nouns, ідеальна for feminine nouns (such as in ідеальна пара) and ідеальне for neuter nouns. The default form ідеально is the adverbial form meaning 'perfectly' or 'ideally'.
How do you pronounce it?
idealno
Did you know?
- The adverb ідеально is often used sarcastically in Ukrainian to describe a situation that has gone completely wrong.
- The word ідеально shares a root with the Greek idea, which originally referred to a 'pattern' or 'form' rather than just a thought.
- In Ukrainian, the concept of 'perfect' can be expressed through the word бездоганний, which literally means 'without a flaw' or 'without reproach'.
Examples in context
- Вони були б ідеальною парою.They would make a perfect couple.This sentence shows how the form ідеально can be used in a phrase regarding a couple.Tatoeba #7050599 by deniko, translation #2292603 by Hybrid
- Ідеально.It's perfect.This sentence demonstrates using ідеально as a standalone exclamation.Tatoeba #6537822 by deniko, translation #2283744 by CK
- Неголене обличчя Тома робить його зовнішність суровішою, що ідеально пасує до його активного стилю життя, яке він так любить.Tom's scruff gives him a rugged look that's perfect for the outdoorsy lifestyle he loves.This sentence shows how ідеально can describe something being a good fit for a lifestyle.Tatoeba #11756306 by deniko, translation #11756295 by deniko
- У вас вишуканий смак – все виглядає відмінно!You have a refined taste – everything looks perfect!
- Це є ідеальне рішення для нашої компанії.This is the perfect solution for our company.
- Білі штани будуть тобі якраз!White pants will be perfect for you!
Example conversation
Maria and Andriy are tasting a cake they baked together.
- Марія MariiaСпробуй, чи це вже ідеально?Sprobui, chy tse vzhe idealno?Taste it, is it perfect already?
- Андрій AndriiТак, смак просто ідеально збалансований.Tak, smak prosto idealno zbalansovanyi.Yes, the taste is just perfectly balanced.
- Марія MariiaЯ дуже рада, що вийшло ідеально.Ya duzhe rada, shcho vyishlo idealno.I am very glad it turned out perfect.
- Андрій AndriiЦе справді ідеально, Маріє!Tse spravdi idealno, Mariye!It is truly perfect, Maria!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
