So You Want to Ask "What About You" in Georgian? You Sly Dog, You!
Ever have that conversation with someone fascinating, you ask a question, then...awkward silence? Been there, done that. Luckily, in Georgian, they have a way to keep the conversation flowing smoother than Tbilisi's legendary khinkali.
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| What About You In Georgian |
The Magic Words: "Me Too" with a Georgian Twist
Forget the boring old "me too." In Georgian, when someone asks you a question, you can simply say "mit me" (??? ??). This literally translates to "and me," but in context, it means "what about you?" See? Easy as ????? (gvino, which means wine, because everything's better with Georgian wine).
Pro Tip: If you want to sound super smooth, add a little "gamarjoba" (?????????) (hello) at the beginning. Because manners!
QuickTip: Reread tricky spots right away.
But Wait, There's More! (Because There Usually Is)
Let's say you're feeling fancy (or maybe you just had a delicious khachapuri). You can also use "me shemtsa" (?? ?????) which also means "what about you?" This one is a bit more formal, so use it when you're chatting up that cute translator at the museum, not your hostel bunkmate.
Important Note: Don't confuse "me shemtsa" with "me shamshe" (?? ?????) which means "I'm full." Big difference between "what about you?" and "walk me to the nearest vat of Georgian yogurt, STAT!"
QuickTip: Stop scrolling fast, start reading slow.
"Me Too" in Action: Spy on Some Sample Conversations (Don't worry, it's not creepy)
Scenario 1: Touristing in Tbilisi
- You: "Wow, this Narikala fortress is amazing!"
- Local: "It is, isn't it? Breathtaking views!"
- You: "Mit me! (And me!) I love the old architecture here."
Scenario 2: Bargaining at the Bazaar
Tip: Reading twice doubles clarity.
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- Shopkeeper: "This rug is a national treasure, only 200 lari!" (Lari is the Georgian currency)
- You: "Hmm, maybe a little steep..."
- You: "Mit me? (What about you?) What's your best price?"
Scenario 3: Trying Not to Butcher the Language
- You (slightly flustered): "Uh...me too...er...I mean, mit me... Tbilisi is...great?"
- Georgian friend (laughing): "Don't worry, you're doing great! Let's practice some more phrases over some chacha." (Chacha is a strong Georgian spirit, drink responsibly!)
FAQ: "How To" Be a Georgian Conversation Ninja
How to Pronounce "Mit Me": Think "meet meh" but with a little more "t" at the end.
QuickTip: Stop and think when you learn something new.
How to Use "Me Shemtsa": This one's trickier. "Me" is easy, it's "meh." "Shem" is kind of like "shuhm" and "tsa" is like "tsa" in "tsunami."
How to Know When to Use Each Phrase: "Mit me" is casual, "me shemtsa" is formal. Think "jeans" vs. "suit and tie."
How to Recover from a Language Blunder: A laugh, a sheepish grin, and a toast with some delicious Georgian wine usually does the trick.
How to Become a Georgian Language Master: Practice, patience, and maybe a few late nights with some Georgian pop music.
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