Grammar Basics
How to Say “the man” in Macedonian
What Does “човекот” Mean?
The Macedonian expression for “the man” is човекот (Latin: čovekot). It belongs to the category of core Macedonian grammar words and structures. Macedonian belongs to the South Slavic language family and is the official language of North Macedonia, with about 1.5 million speakers. Because it is written phonetically in a 31-letter Cyrillic alphabet, every word is pronounced exactly as it is spelled — a big head start for new learners.
Grammar note: Definite form (masculine)
How to Pronounce човекот
човекот is pronounced “čovekot” — 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 “човекот”
This word is a foundational piece of Macedonian grammar. Understanding core grammar words is essential for building sentences and understanding how Macedonian communicates meaning. Unlike English, Macedonian marks definiteness through noun suffixes rather than separate articles.
This expression is appropriate in both formal and informal situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say "the man" in Macedonian?
"the man" in Macedonian is човекот. It is pronounced "čovekot" — Macedonian is a phonetic language so every letter maps to a consistent sound.
How do you pronounce човекот?
човекот is pronounced "čovekot". 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 "the man" formal or informal in Macedonian?
This expression is appropriate in both formal and informal situations.
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