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Latvian vocabulary: 15 essential words to communicate

Learn essential Latvian vocabulary with 15 words and phrases organized by theme. Perfect for beginners and travellers who want to communicate confidently.

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👋Greetings & politeness

LatviešuEnglishExample
LabdienGood day
SveikiHello
Uz redzēšanosGoodbye
PaldiesThank you
LūdzuPlease / You're welcome
AtvainojietExcuse me / Sorry
Yes
No

💬Essential expressions

LatviešuEnglishExample
Es nesaprotuI don't understand
Vai jūs runājat angliski?Do you speak English?
Cik maksā?How much?
Kur ir...?Where is...?
ŪdensWater
Palīgā!Help!
Mani sauc...My name is...

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