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How to Say "I don't understand" in Croatian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ne razumijem
"I don't understand" in Croatian 路 say it like neh rah-zoo-mee-em

The most natural way to say "I don't understand" in Croatian is Ne razumijem. 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

Ne ku啪im
More casual, often used in everyday conversation
Nisam shvatio/shvatila
Formal, used when specifying the speaker's gender (shvatio for males, shvatila for females)

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you do not understand something. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It is polite to use when someone is explaining something and you are confused.

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Examples in Croatian

CroatianEnglish
Oprosti, ne razumijem 拧to si rekao.Sorry, I don't understand what you said.
Mo啪e拧 li ponoviti? Ne razumijem.Can you repeat? I don't understand.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'razumijem' (I understand) with 'ne razumijem' (I don't understand).

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'I understand' in Croatian?

You say 'Razumijem'.

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