English is widely spoken among younger Lithuanians, but a few words in Lithuanian open doors — especially in markets, taxis, and neighbourhood restaurants.
Essential Phrases
- Labas — Hello (informal). Pronounced: LAH-bahs.
- Ačiū — Thank you. Pronounced: AH-choo.
- Prašom — Please / You're welcome. Pronounced: PRAH-shohm.
- Ar kalbate angliškai? — Do you speak English?
- Kiek kainuoja? — How much does it cost?
- Skanaus! — Bon appétit! (said to you — reply with ačiū).
- Į sveikatą — Cheers! (when toasting).
- Kur yra...? — Where is...?
- Atsiprašau — Excuse me / Sorry.
- Viso gero — Goodbye. Pronounced: VEE-soh GEH-roh.
About Greta Vilčiauskaitė
Greta Vilčiauskaitė is a Vilnius-born travel writer and food enthusiast. She has spent a decade mapping the capital's courtyards, markets, and trailheads — and still discovers something new every week.