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How to Say "Friend" in Serbian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
prijatelj
"Friend" in Serbian 路 say it like pree-yah-tel

The most natural way to say "Friend" in Serbian is prijatelj. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

drug
more casual, often used among younger people
prijateljica
specifically refers to a female friend

When to use it

You can use 'prijatelj' when referring to a close friend or someone you trust. It's appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Use 'drug' for a more relaxed context, especially among younger people.

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Examples in Serbian

SerbianEnglish
Moj najbolji prijatelj 啪ivi u Beogradu.My best friend lives in Belgrade.
Imam mnogo prijatelja sa fakulteta.I have many friends from college.
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'drug' in formal situations, where 'prijatelj' is more appropriate.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear prijatelj, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Serbian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'prijatelj' and 'drug'?

'Prijatelj' is more formal, while 'drug' is casual and often used among younger people.

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