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How to Say “cheap” in Macedonian
What Does “евтино” Mean?
The Macedonian expression for “cheap” is евтино (Latin: evtino). It belongs to the category of Macedonian shopping and market phrases. The Macedonian language — South Slavic, written in Cyrillic, and spoken by around 1.5 million people centred on North Macedonia — is one of the easier languages to read aloud: its 31-letter alphabet is fully phonetic, so each letter keeps the same sound in every word.
How to Pronounce евтино
евтино is pronounced “evtino” — the transliteration maps each Cyrillic letter to a predictable Latin equivalent, with no silent letters or irregular spellings to watch out for. Stress in Macedonian generally falls on the third-to-last syllable in longer words, though for shorter words and phrases it often falls on the first syllable. Tap “Play Audio” above to listen to the pronunciation.
When to Use “евтино”
North Macedonia has vibrant markets (чаршии) and modern shopping centres. Knowing shopping phrases helps you negotiate prices, find specific items, and interact with vendors — an experience that is much richer when you can do it in Macedonian.
This expression is appropriate in both formal and informal situations.
Grammar Notes
Key grammar elements in this expression: neuter, adjective. Understanding these building blocks helps you form your own Macedonian sentences. The OpaLingo Journey covers these grammar concepts in detail with interactive exercises.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say "cheap" in Macedonian?
"cheap" in Macedonian is евтино. It is pronounced "evtino" — Macedonian is a phonetic language so every letter maps to a consistent sound.
How do you pronounce евтино?
евтино is pronounced "evtino". Macedonian uses the Cyrillic alphabet but is fully phonetic — once you know the letters, you can pronounce any word correctly. Tap the “Play Audio” button on this page to hear it pronounced.
Is "cheap" formal or informal in Macedonian?
This expression is appropriate in both formal and informal situations.
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