🇷🇴 Romanian phrases

How to Say "What does this mean?" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ce înseamnă asta?
"What does this mean?" in Romanian · say it like cheh in-seh-mnah ah-stah

The most natural way to say "What does this mean?" in Romanian is Ce înseamnă asta?. 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

Ce vrea să spună asta?
Used when asking for clarification on a specific statement.
Ce înseamnă lucrul acesta?
A slightly more formal way to ask.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you encounter something unclear or confusing. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. It can be used in conversations, during lectures, or while reading texts.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Nu înțeleg, ce înseamnă asta?I don't understand, what does this mean?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'Ce este asta?', which means 'What is this?'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is suitable for both formal and informal situations.

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