Croatian Days and Months
Days and months in Croatian are used in schedules, appointments, and travel. This set gives you the words you need to talk about dates and plan activities in Croatian.
You can practice these phrases using the interactive study set below.
Days of the week are often used with "u" (on) when saying when something happens.
Days of the Week
Croatian has seven day names, and the week typically starts on Monday. You will see and hear these in timetables, opening hours, and everyday conversation. Some names are similar to English.
Months of the Year
Month names in Croatian are useful for booking trips, discussing seasons, and understanding dates. They follow a regular pattern and are easy to recognize in written form.
Using Days and Months Together
When giving a full date, Croatians usually say day, then month, then year. Practice saying a few dates aloud to get used to the order and pronunciation.
Essential words for talking about the calendar.
Days and Months in Croatian
| English | Croatian |
|---|---|
| Monday | Ponedjeljak |
| Friday | Petak |
| January | Siječanj |
| August | Kolovoz |
Pronunciation Tip
Month names like "Siječanj" put stress on the first syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Croatian week start on Monday?
Yes, in Croatia the week typically starts on Monday (Ponedjeljak).
How many months are there in Croatian?
Croatian uses the same twelve months as the Gregorian calendar, with Croatian names.
Are day names capitalized in Croatian?
No, days and months are not capitalized unless they start a sentence.
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