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How to Say "What time is it?" in Croatian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Koliko je sati?
"What time is it?" in Croatian 路 say it like koh-lee-koh yeh sah-tee

The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Croatian is Koliko je sati?. 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

Koje je vrijeme?
More casual, often used in informal settings.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to ask someone for the current time. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. You can use it when meeting someone or when you are in a public place and need to know the time.

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Examples in Croatian

CroatianEnglish
Koliko je sati?What time is it?
Izvini, koliko je sati?Excuse me, what time is it?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct form of 'sati' in plural.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I say 'Koliko je vremena?' instead?

Yes, but it means 'How much time is there?' and is less common for asking the current time.

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