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How to Say "Where are you from?" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
De unde e葯ti?
"Where are you from?" in Romanian 路 say it like deh oon-deh esh-ti

The most natural way to say "Where are you from?" in Romanian is De unde e葯ti?. 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

De unde veni葲i?
more formal, used when addressing someone respectfully or in a group
De unde e葯ti tu?
casual, used among friends or peers

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new and you want to know their background. It is a friendly way to start a conversation. It can be used in both casual and formal settings, depending on the variant you choose.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
De unde e葯ti?Where are you from?
De unde veni葲i?Where are you from? (formal)
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'de unde e葯ti' in a very formal setting, where 'de unde veni葲i' would be more appropriate.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear De unde e葯ti?, 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

Is it polite to ask someone where they are from?

Yes, it is generally considered polite and shows interest in the other person.

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