Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Love and Heritage at Wintry Ljubljana Castle Festival
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Ljubljanski grad je pozimi čaroben.
En: Ljubljanski grad (Ljubljana Castle) is enchanting in winter.

Sl: Sneg prekriva drevesa in tla, lučke migotajo v meglici zimskega večera.
En: Snow covers the trees and the ground, lights twinkle in the mist of a winter evening.

Sl: Dan pred Prešernovim dnevom je na gradu potekal kulturni festival.
En: The day before Prešernov dan (Prešeren Day), a cultural festival was held at the castle.

Sl: Stojnice so bile polne tradicionalnih slovenskih dobrot.
En: The stalls were full of traditional Slovenian delicacies.

Sl: Povsod so bile videti ljudske noše in slišati slovenske pesmi.
En: Everywhere you could see traditional costumes and hear Slovenian songs.

Sl: Matej je hodil med stojnicami.
En: Matej was walking among the stalls.

Sl: Bil je arhitekt, ki se zanima za zgodovino.
En: He was an architect interested in history.

Sl: Rad je imel tudi umetnost, a bil je sramežljiv.
En: He also loved art, but he was shy.

Sl: Slovenski običaji so ga očarali, zato se je odločil, da bo na festivalu prostovoljec.
En: Slovenian traditions fascinated him, so he decided to volunteer at the festival.

Sl: Upal je, da bo spoznal ljudi, ki delijo njegovo strast.
En: He hoped to meet people who shared his passion.

Sl: Na drugi strani grajskega dvorišča je bila Ana.
En: On the other side of the castle courtyard was Ana.

Sl: Bila je umetnostna študentka.
En: She was an art student.

Sl: Imela je rada ljudske plese in skrbela za ohranjanje kulturne dediščine.
En: She loved folk dances and was dedicated to preserving cultural heritage.

Sl: Pripravljala je nastop s svojo skupino.
En: She was preparing a performance with her group.

Sl: Njen brat Branko jo je spremljal.
En: Her brother Branko was accompanying her.

Sl: Ana je bila vesela in energična, Branko pa je bil nekoliko skeptičen do novih ljudi v njenem življenju.
En: Ana was cheerful and energetic, while Branko was somewhat skeptical about new people in her life.

Sl: Matej je opazil Ano na odru.
En: Matej noticed Ana on stage.

Sl: Njena strast do folklore ga je prevzela.
En: Her passion for folklore captivated him.

Sl: Pogumno je stopil bliže, a Branko ga je ošinil s sumničavim pogledom.
En: He courageously stepped closer, but Branko glanced at him with a suspicious look.

Sl: Matej je okleval.
En: Matej hesitated.

Sl: Ana je medtem opazila Mateja.
En: Meanwhile, Ana noticed Matej.

Sl: Po nastopu se mu je približala.
En: After the performance, she approached him.

Sl: »Živjo,« je rekla z nasmeškom.
En: "Hello," she said with a smile.

Sl: »Videl sem tvoj nastop.
En: "I saw your performance.

Sl: Prečudovit je bil,« je Matej tiho priznal.
En: It was wonderful," Matej quietly admitted.

Sl: Branko je stopil bližje, zaščitniško ob sestri.
En: Branko stepped closer, protectively by his sister.

Sl: Pogovor je postal napet.
En: The conversation became tense.

Sl: Ana je čutila to napetost in poskušala omiliti situacijo.
En: Ana felt the tension and tried to ease the situation.

Sl: »Branko, to je Matej.
En: "Branko, this is Matej.

Sl: Pomaga z organizacijo festivala,« je predstavila.
En: He helps with organizing the festival," she introduced.

Sl: Branko je skomignil z rameni, a Ana ni obupala.
En: Branko shrugged, but Ana didn't give up.

Sl: Povabila je Mateja, da se jima pridruži na pijači po nastopu.
En: She invited Matej to join them for a drink after the performance.

Sl: Matej je zbral pogum.
En: Matej gathered his courage.

Sl: »Rad bi sodeloval pri ohranjanju naše kulture.
En: "I would like to participate in preserving our culture.

Sl: Občudujem Anino delo,« je rekel Branku, iskreno.
En: I admire Ana's work," he told Branko, sincerely.

Sl: Branko je premislil.
En: Branko reconsidered.

Sl: Videti je bilo, da je Matej iskren.
En: It seemed that Matej was genuine.

Sl: Nasmehnil se je.
En: He smiled.

Sl: »Vesel sem, da nekdo ceni njeno strast,« je dejal.
En: "I'm glad someone appreciates her passion," he said.

Sl: Matej in Ana sta začela načrtovati projekt, ki je združeval arhitekturo in ljudsko umetnost.
En: Matej and Ana began to plan a project that combined architecture and folk art.

Sl: Matej je postal bolj odprt, Ana pa je zaupala svoji presoji.
En: Matej became more open, and Ana trusted her judgment.

Sl: Skupaj sta načrtovala prihodnost kulturnih projektov.
En: Together, they planned the future of cultural projects.

Sl: Branko pa je priznal, da ima njegova sestra dober občutek za ljudi.
En: Branko admitted that his sister had a good sense for people.

Sl: Zvončki so oznanjali konec dogodka, a za Mateja in Ano je bil to šele začetek.
En: The bells announced the end of the event, but for Matej and Ana, it was just the beginning.


Vocabulary Words:

• enchanting: čaroben
• mist: meglica
• delicacies: dobrote
• courtyard: dvorišče
• accompanying: spremljal
• captivated: prevzela
• hesitated: okleval
• protectively: zaščitniško
• tense: napet
• genuine: iskren
• appreciates: ceni
• preserving: ohranjanje
• dedicated: skrbela
• folklore: folklore
• volunteer: prostovoljec
• energetic: energija
• suspicious: sumničav
• glanced: ošinil
• festival: festival
• architecture: arhitektura
• performing: nastop
• judgment: presoja
• heritage: dediščine
• folk: ljudske
• combined: združeval
• announcement: oznanjali
• shrugged: skomignil
• admit: priznal
• bells: zvončki
• event: dogodka

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Harmony Under Ljubljana's Winter Carnival Sky
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Zimski karneval v Ljubljani je bil vsakodnevni čudež.
En: The winter carnival in Ljubljani was an everyday miracle.

Sl: Prešernov trg je žarel v hladnem večeru.
En: Prešernov trg glowed in the cold evening.

Sl: Ljudje so se smejali, razgledali po stojnicah s krofi in kuhanim vinom.
En: People laughed and browsed the stalls with doughnuts and mulled wine.

Sl: Klemen je stal ob robu trga.
En: Klemen stood at the edge of the square.

Sl: V rokah je držal kitaro, a misli so ga vodile nekam globlje.
En: He held a guitar in his hands, but his thoughts led him somewhere deeper.

Sl: Vesna ga je opazovala z druge strani.
En: Vesna watched him from the other side.

Sl: Njene oči so sijale s pustolovskim duhom, vendar je v srcu čutila potrebo po stabilnosti.
En: Her eyes sparkled with a spirit of adventure, yet she felt a need for stability in her heart.

Sl: Danes je bil poseben večer.
En: Today was a special evening.

Sl: Klemen je obljubil nekaj pomembnega.
En: Klemen had promised something important.

Sl: Želel je Vesni pokazati poseben kraj, kraj kjer je najlepše ustvarjati glasbo.
En: He wanted to show Vesna a special place, a place where creating music is at its best.

Sl: Ob tem ni želel izključiti Mateja.
En: In doing so, he didn’t want to exclude Matej.

Sl: Matej, klepetav in vedno zvest, je bil blizu.
En: Matej, talkative and always loyal, was nearby.

Sl: Njegov smeh je odmeval med ljudmi, a v srcu je čutil nelagodje.
En: His laughter echoed among the people, but he felt uneasy inside.

Sl: Zdelo se mu je, da je Klemen pozabil nanj.
En: It seemed to him that Klemen had forgotten about him.

Sl: Množica, glasba in luči so skrivale Klemenove namere.
En: The crowd, music, and lights hid Klemen's intentions.

Sl: Matej je imel občutek, da ga Klemen želi izriniti.
En: Matej had the feeling that Klemen wanted to push him out.

Sl: Klemen je vedel, da je čas za resnico.
En: Klemen knew it was time for the truth.

Sl: Živčna napetost v prsih je naraščala.
En: Nervous tension was rising in his chest.

Sl: "Hej, Matej, Vesna!
En: "Hey, Matej, Vesna!"

Sl: " je poklical.
En: he called out.

Sl: "Moramo govoriti.
En: "We need to talk.

Sl: Zdaj.
En: Now."

Sl: "Vesna in Matej sta presenečeno prišla k njemu.
En: Vesna and Matej came to him in surprise.

Sl: Stali so pod velikim kipom Prešerna, kjer so bile luči najmočnejše.
En: They stood under the big statue of Prešerna, where the lights were the brightest.

Sl: Klemen je globoko vdihnil: "Matej, nisem te želel izključiti.
En: Klemen took a deep breath: "Matej, I didn't want to exclude you.

Sl: Imam obljubo za Vesno, a nočem te izgubiti.
En: I have a promise to Vesna, but I don’t want to lose you."

Sl: "Matej ga je gledal z mešanimi občutki.
En: Matej looked at him with mixed emotions.

Sl: Ljubeči prijatelj, pa vendar nezaupljiv.
En: A loving friend, yet distrustful.

Sl: "Razložiti moraš, Klemen.
En: "You need to explain, Klemen."

Sl: "Vesna je stisnila Klemenovo ramo.
En: Vesna squeezed Klemen's shoulder.

Sl: "Res je, Matej.
En: "It’s true, Matej.

Sl: Klemen mi želi nekaj pokazati, nekaj posebnega.
En: Klemen wants to show me something, something special.

Sl: Si del tega.
En: You're part of it."

Sl: "Treskajoči smeh iz množice je nekoliko zamrl.
En: The crashing laughter from the crowd subsided a bit.

Sl: Klemen je pogledal oba.
En: Klemen looked at both of them.

Sl: "Pomembni ste mi, oba.
En: "You are important to me, both of you.

Sl: Prijatelji smo.
En: We are friends."

Sl: "Matej je rahlo pokimal, razumel je.
En: Matej nodded slightly, he understood.

Sl: Varnost v besedah prijateljev je bila kot toplina ognja v mrzli noči.
En: The safety in friends’ words was like the warmth of a fire on a cold night.

Sl: "Želim vas slišati, tvoj glasbeni kraj, Klemen.
En: "I want to hear it, your musical place, Klemen."

Sl: "Z zavezo, da bodo ostali skupaj, so odšli stran od vrveža, proti skritemu kotičku ob Ljubljanici, kjer je Klemen začel igrati.
En: With a promise to stay together, they left the hustle and bustle, towards a hidden corner by the Ljubljanici, where Klemen began to play.

Sl: Pesem je napolnila zrak in razveselila srca.
En: The song filled the air and delighted the hearts.

Sl: Luči karnevala so plesale po vodi, simbolizirajoč nove vezi, močnejše od zime.
En: The carnival lights danced on the water, symbolizing new bonds, stronger than winter.

Sl: Klemen se je nasmehnil.
En: Klemen smiled.

Sl: Sedaj je vedel, da lahko z iskrenostjo ohrani prijateljstvo in obljube.
En: Now he knew that with sincerity he could maintain friendships and promises.

Sl: V središču vsega, s prijemi resnice in glasbe, so trije prijatelji našli svoj trenutek pod zvezdami Ljubljane, združeni in veseli v srčnosti karnevala.
En: At the center of it all, with the grips of truth and music, the three friends found their moment under the stars of Ljubljane, united and joyful in the heart of the carnival.


Vocabulary Words:

• miracle: čudež
• glowed: žarel
• mulled wine: kuhano vino
• sparkled: sijale
• stalls: stojnica
• overlooked: spregledal
• exclude: izključiti
• talkative: klepetav
• uneasy: nelagodje
• nervous tension: živčna napetost
• embraced: stisnila
• sincerity: iskrenost
• intentions: namere
• subsided: zamrl
• bonds: vezi
• grips: prijemi
• delighted: razveselila
• carnival: karneval
• edge: rob
• spirit: duh
• promise: obljuba
• loyal: zvest
• crowd: množica
• echoed: odmeval
• statue: kip
• trustworthy: nezaupljiv
• crashing: treskajoči
• laughter: smeh
• hustle: vrvež
• maintain: ohrani

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: United in Snow: Courage and Caution at Ljubljanski Grad
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Mateja in Jure sta stala ob visoki okni na Ljubljanskem gradu.
En: Mateja and Jure stood by the tall window at Ljubljanski grad.

Sl: Sneg je zunaj padal z nebesa kot mehka peresca.
En: Snow was falling outside from the sky like soft feathers.

Sl: Voden ogled grad, na katerega sta se prijavila, je sprva izgledal kot običajen zimski dan v Ljubljani.
En: The guided tour of the castle, which they had signed up for, initially looked like a typical winter day in Ljubljana.

Sl: A nenadoma se je vreme spremenilo, prineslo snežni vihar, ki je pokril mesto z debelo plastjo snega.
En: But suddenly, the weather changed, bringing a snowstorm that covered the city with a thick layer of snow.

Sl: Notranjost grada je bila hladna, vendar so trdne kamnite stene obetale zaščito pred vetrom.
En: The interior of the castle was cold, but the solid stone walls promised protection from the wind.

Sl: Skupina turistov, ujeta znotraj, je nervozno momljala.
En: A group of tourists, trapped inside, murmured nervously.

Sl: Nekateri so hiteli do oken, željni pokuka proti beležučem vrtincem zunaj, drugi so se stisnili v majhne skupine.
En: Some rushed to the windows, eager to peek at the swirling white outside, while others huddled into small groups.

Sl: Mateja je občutila nemir.
En: Mateja felt uneasy.

Sl: Vedno je bila radovedna in pustolovska, a tokrat je imela dolžnost.
En: She had always been curious and adventurous, but this time she had a duty.

Sl: "Če ostanemo mirni, bomo v redu," je rekla osuplji množici.
En: "If we stay calm, we'll be fine," she told the bewildered crowd.

Sl: Jure, ki je stal ob njej, je dvomil.
En: Jure, who stood beside her, doubted.

Sl: Bil je previden in praktičen.
En: He was cautious and practical.

Sl: "Kaj pa če ne?" je tiho zašepetal Mateji, skrčen ob misli na morebitne težave.
En: "What if we don't?" he quietly whispered to Mateja, troubled by the thought of possible problems.

Sl: "Najdemo način," je odvrnila Mateja z odločenostjo v očeh.
En: "We'll find a way," replied Mateja with determination in her eyes.

Sl: Predlagala je, da skupina skupaj postavi načrt.
En: She suggested that the group come together to make a plan.

Sl: "Najprej moramo ohraniti toploto," je nadaljevala.
En: "First, we need to maintain warmth," she continued.

Sl: "Ostanimo skupaj in uporabimo vse, kar imamo."
En: "Let's stay together and use everything we have."

Sl: Jure jo je opazoval; čeprav ni bil popolnoma prepričan, jo je podprl.
En: Jure watched her; although he wasn't entirely convinced, he supported her.

Sl: Ure so minevale.
En: Hours passed.

Sl: Mateja je spodbujala vse, da se združijo.
En: Mateja encouraged everyone to unite.

Sl: Vsi so sedeli blizu osebe poleg sebe, delili odeje in torbice, polne prigrizkov.
En: They all sat close to the person next to them, sharing blankets and bags full of snacks.

Sl: A noč je padla, temperatura pa je še naprej padala.
En: But night fell, and the temperature continued to drop.

Sl: Jurejev strah je bil najbolj očiten, toda Mateja je videla rešitev.
En: Jure's fear was the most apparent, but Mateja saw a solution.

Sl: "Poglej," je rekla Jureju, "grad je poln skritih prostorov.
En: "Look," she said to Jure, "the castle is full of hidden spaces.

Sl: Tukaj mora biti nekaj, kar lahko uporabimo."
En: There must be something here we can use."

Sl: Z Jurejevim praktičnim umom in Matejino pustolovsko vnemo sta se lotila iskanja.
En: With Jure's practical mind and Mateja's adventurous spirit, they set out to search.

Sl: Po nekaj napetih minutah sta našla skladišče.
En: After a few tense minutes, they found a storeroom.

Sl: "Poglej!" se je vzkliknila Mateja in potegnila ven dolg niz odej in škatel s potrebščinami.
En: "Look!" exclaimed Mateja, pulling out a long string of blankets and boxes of supplies.

Sl: Ostali so se prihitro pridružili in vzeli, kar so potrebovali.
En: The others quickly gathered around and took what they needed.

Sl: Ko je sneg končno ponehal in so se jutranji žarki prebili skozi oblake, se je skupina izmučena, a zadovoljna, pripravila, da se odpravi nazaj v mesto.
En: When the snow finally stopped and the morning rays broke through the clouds, the group, exhausted but satisfied, prepared to head back to the city.

Sl: Vsi so bili varni, zahvaljujoč Matejinemu pogumu in Juretovi podpori.
En: Everyone was safe, thanks to Mateja's courage and Jure's support.

Sl: Mateja je spoznala, kako pomembna je previdnost, medtem ko je Jure začel ceniti moč pustolovske narave in neznonekaj vznemirljivega pri nepredvidljivih situacijah.
En: Mateja realized the importance of caution, while Jure began to appreciate the power of an adventurous nature and the thrill of unpredictable situations.

Sl: Skupaj sta našla harmonijo in zaupanje, ki bo ostalo z njima še dolgo po tem, ko bo spomin na snežni vihar zbledel.
En: Together, they found a harmony and trust that would stay with them long after the memory of the snowstorm faded.


Vocabulary Words:

• feathers: peresca
• guided: voden
• tour: ogled
• snowstorm: snežni vihar
• interior: notranjost
• promised: obetale
• trapped: ujeta
• murmured: momljala
• huddled: stisnili
• bewildered: osuplji
• duty: dolžnost
• maintain: ohraniti
• warmth: toploto
• encouraged: spodbujala
• exclaimed: vzkliknila
• swirling: beležučem
• determination: odločenost
• solution: rešitev
• storeroom: skladišče
• blankets: odeje
• supplies: potrebščinami
• exhausted: izmučena
• courage: pogumu
• caution: previdnost
• adventurous: pustolovska
• harmony: harmonijo
• trust: zaupanje
• unpredictable: nepredvidljivih
• appreciate: ceniti
• thrill: vznemirljivega

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Rediscovering Joy: A Golaž Feast in Postojnska Jama
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fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-01-24-23-34-02-sl

Story Transcript:

Sl: Sneg je počasi padal na opustošeno pokrajino Slovenije.
En: The snow was slowly falling on the desolate landscape of Slovenija.

Sl: Vse je bilo tiho, le veter je občasno prebil tišino s svojim ledenim šepetanjem.
En: Everything was quiet, only the wind occasionally broke the silence with its icy whispering.

Sl: Luka je korakal po zamrznjenih ulicah, obdan z uničenimi stavbami, ki jih je narava poskušala pokriti z belino.
En: Luka was walking through the frozen streets, surrounded by destroyed buildings, which nature was trying to cover with whiteness.

Sl: Zima je bila ostra in neusmiljena, a Luka je bil vajen težkih pogojev.
En: The winter was harsh and relentless, but Luka was used to tough conditions.

Sl: "Moramo najti tisto konzervo," je rekel Luka svojim prijateljem, Mateji in Ani, ki sta hodili za njim.
En: "We need to find that can," Luka said to his friends, Mateja and Ana, who were walking behind him.

Sl: Stari svet je bil le oddaljen spomin, toda Luka je bil odločen, da svojim prijateljem prinese nekaj radosti.
En: The old world was just a distant memory, but Luka was determined to bring some joy to his friends.

Sl: "Če najdemo slovenskega golaža, bomo lahko skupaj praznovali, tako kot nekoč," je sanjal na glas.
En: "If we find slovenski golaž, we can celebrate together, just like we used to," he dreamed out loud.

Sl: Njihova destinacija je bila Postojnska jama.
En: Their destination was Postojnska jama.

Sl: Govorice so krožile, da je prav tam skrita zadnja konzerva slovenskega golaža.
En: Rumors were circulating that the last can of slovenski golaž was hidden there.

Sl: Ampak jama ni bila prazna.
En: But the cave wasn't empty.

Sl: Drugi preživeli so se skrivali v njenem hladnem objemu, pripravljeni braniti vsak košček hrane.
En: Other survivors were hiding in its cool embrace, ready to defend every piece of food.

Sl: Ko so prispeli do vhoda v jamo, jih je okoli zajel občutek strahu in vznemirjenja.
En: When they arrived at the entrance of the cave, they were engulfed by a sense of fear and excitement.

Sl: Mateja je držala baklo, ki je osvetljevala neznane predele, Ana pa je bila pripravljena z govorom o mirnih namenih.
En: Mateja held a torch that illuminated unknown areas, while Ana was ready with a speech about peaceful intentions.

Sl: "Vstopiti moramo previdno," je opozoril Luka, "pa tudi hitro.
En: "We must enter cautiously," Luka warned, "but also quickly.

Sl: Nimamo veliko časa.
En: We don't have much time."

Sl: "V globinah jame so zagledali skupino preživelih, ki so jih opazovali z nezaupanjem.
En: In the depths of the cave, they saw a group of survivors watching them with distrust.

Sl: Napetost je bila očitna.
En: The tension was evident.

Sl: Tisti trenutek je bil ključnega pomena.
En: That moment was crucial.

Sl: Luka je stopil naprej, dvignil roke kot znak miru in začel pogovor.
En: Luka stepped forward, raising his hands as a sign of peace and began to speak.

Sl: "Ne iščemo težav.
En: "We're not looking for trouble.

Sl: Le deliti želimo obrok in spomine, ki jih prinaša.
En: We just want to share a meal and the memories it brings."

Sl: "Po mučnih trenutkih, ko se je zdelo, da se bo vse končalo slabo, so se rivalne skupine vendarle omehčale.
En: After painful moments when it seemed that everything would end badly, the rival groups finally softened.

Sl: Beseda "gostoljubje" je odjeknila v jami.
En: The word "hospitality" echoed in the cave.

Sl: Luka je predlagal kompromis.
En: Luka proposed a compromise.

Sl: "Pripravimo skupni obrok," je rekel.
En: "Let's prepare a communal meal," he said.

Sl: "Vem, kako pripraviti pravi golaž.
En: "I know how to make a proper golaž."

Sl: "Dogovor je bil sklenjen.
En: An agreement was reached.

Sl: V jami se je kmalu razširil vonj po golažu, mešan s smehom in pravljicami iz nekdanjih dni.
En: Soon, the scent of golaž filled the cave, mixed with laughter and stories from bygone days.

Sl: Luka ni samo našel konzervo golaža, našel je tudi nekaj, kar je bilo v teh časih še bolj dragoceno – prijateljstvo in skupnost.
En: Luka not only found the can of golaž, but also something even more valuable in those times – friendship and community.

Sl: Ko sta Mateja in Ana sedeli ob ognju, obdane z obrazom novih prijateljev, sta vedeli, da Luka nikoli ne bo nehal.
En: As Mateja and Ana sat by the fire, surrounded by the faces of new friends, they knew that Luka would never stop.

Sl: In ne le on, saj so vsi v tistem trenutku razumeli, da majhne radosti delijo dušo in skupaj gradijo prihodnost.
En: And not just him, as everyone in that moment understood that small joys share the soul and together build the future.


Vocabulary Words:

• desolate: opustošeno
• landscape: pokrajino
• frozen: zamrznjenih
• whiteness: belino
• relentless: neusmiljena
• determined: odločen
• destination: destinacija
• rumors: govorice
• cool: hladnem
• embrace: objemu
• cautiously: previdno
• distrust: nezaupanjem
• tension: napetost
• crucial: ključno
• painful: mučnih
• softened: omehčale
• hospitality: gostoljubje
• compromise: kompromis
• communal: skupni
• scent: vonj
• laughter: smehom
• bygone: nekdanjih
• valuable: dragoceno
• friendship: prijateljstvo
• community: skupnost
• surrounded: obdan
• torch: baklo
• intentions: namenov
• entrance: vhoda
• engulfed: zajel

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: A Choice Amid Ruins: Zala's Stand Against the Cold
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Snežni oblaki so se vlekli po nebu nad preostanki nekdanje Ljubljane.
En: Snow clouds stretched across the sky over the remnants of the former Ljubljana.

Sl: Mesto, nekoč živo in polno kulture, je zdaj stalo kot spomenik propadu človeštva.
En: The city, once lively and full of culture, now stood as a monument to the downfall of humanity.

Sl: Drevesa so se skrivaj ovijala okoli zgradb, ki so nekoč bile ponos mesta.
En: Trees quietly wrapped around the buildings that once were the pride of the city.

Sl: Zala je bila sključena nad Rokom v zavetju ruševin, ki so jim trenutno služile za dom.
En: Zala was hunched over Rok in the shelter of the ruins that currently served as their home.

Sl: Zrak je bil hladen in ostro je rezalo skozi vse luknje in špranje.
En: The air was cold, slicing sharply through every hole and crevice.

Sl: Rok je ležal ob ognjišču, obraz bled od izgube krvi.
En: Rok lay by the hearth, his face pale from blood loss.

Sl: Zala je vedela, da ga je treba čim prej oskrbeti.
En: Zala knew he needed care as soon as possible.

Sl: Njegovo rano je povzročila divja žival, ki ju je napadla med iskanjem hrane.
En: His wound had been caused by a wild animal that had attacked them while they were searching for food.

Sl: Zala je bila včasih sanjačica.
En: Zala was once a dreamer.

Sl: Želela je postati pesnica - morda bi nekoč na Prešernov dan sama brala svoje verze na Prulskem mostu.
En: She wanted to become a poet - perhaps one day she would read her verses on Prešeren Day at the Prulski Bridge.

Sl: Zdaj je bila medicinka, ki je za preživetje uporabljala le svoje znanje in skromne zaloge.
En: Now she was a medic, using only her knowledge and modest supplies for survival.

Sl: Dilema je klela v njeni glavi.
En: A dilemma cursed in her mind.

Sl: Imela je nekaj zdravil, vendar le za enkratno oskrbo - njega ali sebe.
En: She had some medicine, but only enough for one-time care—him or herself.

Sl: Dokler ni bila potrebna izbira, je to breme nosila v srcu.
En: As long as the choice wasn't necessary, she carried this burden in her heart.

Sl: Rok je zastokal.
En: Rok groaned.

Sl: Zala je hitro prijela za njegov obraz.
En: Zala quickly grabbed his face.

Sl: "Ostani z menoj, Rok.
En: "Stay with me, Rok.

Sl: Ne obupaj," je zašepetala, njen glas je bil tih kakor sneg, ki je padal okoli njiju.
En: Don't give up," she whispered, her voice as quiet as the snow falling around them.

Sl: Nenadoma so zunaj slišali hrumenje.
En: Suddenly, they heard a commotion outside.

Sl: Drhal divjih živali se je približevala.
En: A pack of wild animals was approaching.

Sl: Zala je pospešeno vstala.
En: Zala quickly stood up.

Sl: Pogledala je okoli sebe, le njena odločnost je ostala sredi te zime.
En: She looked around, only her resolve remained amidst this winter.

Sl: Vedela je, da mora zaščititi Roka.
En: She knew she had to protect Rok.

Sl: Nič ni bilo brez tveganja.
En: Nothing was without risk.

Sl: Vzela je palico, ki jo je imela poleg sebe.
En: She grabbed a stick she had beside her.

Sl: Ko so se živali približale, je stala v vratih votline, kjer sta se skrivala.
En: As the animals approached, she stood at the entrance of the cave where they were hiding.

Sl: Prestregla jih je, nekaj jih je pregnala z odločnimi udarci.
En: She intercepted them, driving some away with determined blows.

Sl: To je bilo nevarno.
En: It was dangerous.

Sl: Njena izpostavljenost je grozila, da jo bo preglasila, toda uspela je.
En: Her exposure threatened to overpower her, but she succeeded.

Sl: Ko se je vrnila k Roku, je bil njegov obraz bled, a še vedno prisoten.
En: When she returned to Rok, his face was pale but still present.

Sl: Zala je vedela, da odločitev ne more več čakati.
En: Zala knew the decision could no longer wait.

Sl: Povlekla je svojo zadnjo zalogo zdravil.
En: She pulled out her last supply of medicine.

Sl: Sveče so se pomešale z njenimi solzami, ko jih je nanašala.
En: Her tears mixed with the salve as she applied it.

Sl: "Prešeren bi želel, da se posvetim tistemu, kar šteje," je rekla sama sebi.
En: "Prešeren would want me to focus on what counts," she told herself.

Sl: Položila mu je roko na čelo in ga pokrila z odejami.
En: She placed her hand on his forehead and covered him with blankets.

Sl: S časom je Rok začenjal kazati znake okrevanja.
En: Over time, Rok began to show signs of recovery.

Sl: Njegovo dihanje je postalo enakomernejše.
En: His breathing became more even.

Sl: Na njegovem obrazu je bil prvi kanček barve.
En: There was the first hint of color on his face.

Sl: Zala je sedela ob njem, zavedajoč se pomembnosti tega, kar je naredila.
En: Zala sat beside him, aware of the significance of what she had done.

Sl: Čeprav je bila sama, je imela občutek topline, ki je premagal zimske vetrove.
En: Though she was alone, she felt a warmth that overcame the winter winds.

Sl: Zdaj je vedela: upanje in povezave so tisto, kar svet potrebuje.
En: Now she knew: hope and connections are what the world needs.

Sl: Morda bodo nekoč njeni verzi ponovno odmevali v svetu, ker ga je danes izbrala.
En: Perhaps one day her verses would resonate in the world again because she had made the right choice today.

Sl: Sneg je še naprej tiho padal, pokrival je razpadle ceste Ljubljane.
En: The snow continued to fall quietly, covering the crumbling streets of Ljubljana.

Sl: Tam, pod objemom ostankov in dreves, je Zala odkrila pomen življenja - ne v samotnih sanjah, ampak v skupni luči ljubezni in upanja.
En: There, under the embrace of ruins and trees, Zala discovered the meaning of life—not in solitary dreams but in the shared light of love and hope.


Vocabulary Words:

• remnants: preostanki
• monument: spomenik
• downfall: propad
• hunched: sključen
• crevice: špranja
• pale: bled
• blood loss: izguba krvi
• medic: medicinka
• dilemma: dilema
• burden: breme
• whispered: zašepetala
• commotion: hrumenje
• resolve: odločnost
• intercepted: prestregla
• determined: odločnimi
• exposure: izpostavljenost
• overpower: preglasila
• salve: sveče
• resonate: odmevali
• solitary: samotnih
• embrace: objem
• ruins: ruševine
• shelter: zavetje
• supplies: zaloge
• hint: kanček
• groaned: zastokal
• pack: drhal
• cave: votlina
• apply: nanesla
• shared: skupni

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Daring Skates and Thin Ice: A Winter's Tale of Friendship
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Zgodaj zjutraj se je meglica počasi dvigala nad Blejskim jezerom.
En: Early in the morning, the mist slowly rose over Blejski Lake.

Sl: Sneg je prekrival okolico, in v daljavi se je svetil cerkveni otok.
En: Snow covered the surroundings, and in the distance, the church island shone brightly.

Sl: Mateja je stala na obali, v rokah držala svoje drsalke in opazovala tanko plast ledu na jezeru.
En: Mateja stood on the shore, holding her skates in her hands and watching the thin layer of ice on the lake.

Sl: Bila je polna pričakovanja in vznemirjenja.
En: She was filled with anticipation and excitement.

Sl: Njena duša je hrepenela po svobodi, po avanturi, ki jo mesto in vsakdanja rutina nista mogla ponuditi.
En: Her soul longed for freedom, for an adventure that the city and everyday routine could not offer.

Sl: Anže, njen prijatelj, se je približal počasi.
En: Anže, her friend, slowly approached.

Sl: "Mateja, si prepričana?
En: "Mateja, are you sure?

Sl: Led ne izgleda dovolj trden," je rekel z zaskrbljenostjo v očeh.
En: The ice doesn't look sturdy enough," he said with concern in his eyes.

Sl: Bil je previden in odgovoren, vedno skrbel za varnost drugih.
En: He was cautious and responsible, always caring for the safety of others.

Sl: Mateja pa je pogledala proti obzorju, kjer se je v rahli svetlobi zalesketala gladina.
En: Mateja looked towards the horizon, where the surface glimmered in the faint light.

Sl: "Saj veš, da potrebujem to.
En: "You know I need this.

Sl: Samo en trenutek na ledu, Anže," je odgovorila.
En: Just one moment on the ice, Anže," she replied.

Sl: Luka je prišel z druge strani, nasmejan in poln energije.
En: Luka arrived from the other side, smiling and full of energy.

Sl: "Mateja, ne skrbi!
En: "Mateja, don't worry!

Sl: Led bo zdržal.
En: The ice will hold.

Sl: Moramo uživati v zimi, ne pa vedno samo razmišljati o strahu," je rekel in ji pomežiknil.
En: We must enjoy winter, not always think about fear," he said and winked at her.

Sl: Mateja je stala med dvema prijateljema, vsak s svojim mnenjem.
En: Mateja stood between two friends, each with their own opinion.

Sl: Pogledala je na jezero, kjer se je led na nekaterih mestih že kazal kot tanek sijaj.
En: She looked at the lake where the ice already showed as a thin sheen in some places.

Sl: Slišala je razpoke ledu in vedela, da je dan, ko bo sledila svojemu srcu in ne strahu.
En: She heard the cracks in the ice and knew that today was the day to follow her heart and not her fear.

Sl: Obula je drsalke in počasi stopila na led.
En: She put on her skates and slowly stepped onto the ice.

Sl: Njena koža je čutila hladno sapo, srce pa je hitreje utripalo.
En: Her skin felt the cold breeze, and her heart beat faster.

Sl: Led se je pod njo nevarno zatresel.
En: The ice beneath her trembled dangerously.

Sl: "Mateja, previdno!
En: "Mateja, be careful!"

Sl: " je zavpil Anže od daleč.
En: Anže shouted from afar.

Sl: Led je začel pokati.
En: The ice began to crack.

Sl: Zvok je bil jasen in grozeč.
En: The sound was clear and threatening.

Sl: Mateja je hitro razmišljala.
En: Mateja thought quickly.

Sl: Zavrtela se je in zbrala vso svojo energijo, da je zdrsela nazaj proti varnemu delu obale.
En: She spun around and gathered all her energy to glide back to the safe part of the shore.

Sl: Njeno srce je bilo divje, a počutila se je živa.
En: Her heart was wild, but she felt alive.

Sl: Končno je dosegla trdna tla.
En: Finally, she reached solid ground.

Sl: Anže in Luka sta planila k njej, Luka navdušeno in Anže z olajšanjem.
En: Anže and Luka rushed to her, Luka excitedly and Anže with relief.

Sl: "Videti si bila kot ptica, Mateja!
En: "You looked like a bird, Mateja!"

Sl: " je vzkliknil Luka.
En: Luka exclaimed.

Sl: Anže pa je deloval bolj resno, a s toplim glasom.
En: Anže, however, acted more seriously, but with a warm voice.

Sl: "Je bilo vredno?
En: "Was it worth it?"

Sl: " je vprašal.
En: he asked.

Sl: Mateja je počasi prikimala.
En: Mateja nodded slowly.

Sl: "Ja, ampak pomembno je vedeti, kje je meja," je rekla.
En: "Yes, but it's important to know where the limit is," she said.

Sl: Razumela je, da svoboda in odgovornost hodita z roko v roki.
En: She understood that freedom and responsibility go hand in hand.

Sl: Z roko v roki so se vsi trije odpravili nazaj v vas.
En: Hand in hand, all three headed back to the village.

Sl: Mateja je bila hvaležna za oba prijatelja.
En: Mateja was grateful for both friends.

Sl: Doživela je tisto, kar je potrebovala – občutek svobode.
En: She experienced what she needed—the feeling of freedom.

Sl: Znala pa je ceniti tudi varnost in trdnost, ki sta ju prinašala prijateljstvo in pravi trenutek.
En: But she also knew how to appreciate the safety and solidity that friendship and the right moment brought.


Vocabulary Words:

• mist: meglica
• anticipation: pričakovanje
• excitement: vznemirjenje
• longed: hrepenela
• adventure: avantura
• routine: rutina
• sturdy: trden
• concern: zaskrbljenost
• cautious: previden
• responsible: odgovoren
• care: skrbel
• horizon: obzorje
• glimmered: zalesketala
• faint: rahla
• opinion: mnenje
• sheen: sijaj
• cracks: razpoke
• trembled: zatresel
• threatening: grozeč
• spun: zavrtela
• glide: zdrsela
• solid: trdna
• relief: olajšanje
• alive: živa
• appreciate: ceniti
• limit: meja
• freedom: svoboda
• responsibility: odgovornost
• hand in hand: z roko v roki
• grateful: hvaležna

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Espresso Encounters: A Serendipitous Morning in Ljubljana
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Ko je Matevž vstopil v majhno kavarno v Ljubljani, je zadišalo po sveže kuhani kavi.
En: When Matevž entered the small café in Ljubljana, it smelled of freshly brewed coffee.

Sl: Bil je hladen zimski dan, ljudje pa so s spretno prepletenimi plašči in šali sedeli za majhnimi mizicami, pripravljeni na nov dan.
En: It was a cold winter day, and people wrapped in skillfully intertwined coats and scarves sat by small tables, ready for the new day.

Sl: Matevž je le iskal miren kotiček, kjer bi vzel svojo kavo in preletel nekaj strani novega rokopisa.
En: Matevž was just looking for a quiet corner to take his coffee and skim through a few pages of the new manuscript.

Sl: Njegov dan se ni smel začeti brez popolne skodelice kave.
En: His day couldn't start without a perfect cup of coffee.

Sl: Na pultu pri blagajni se je vila dolga vrsta.
En: There was a long line at the counter.

Sl: Matevž je zdržema opazoval baristo, ki je pripravljal več naročil naenkrat.
En: Matevž observed the barista who was preparing multiple orders at once.

Sl: Ko končno pride na vrsto, jasno naroči: "En espresso, prosim.
En: When his turn finally came, he clearly ordered, "One espresso, please."

Sl: " Da bi prekratil čas, medtem ko čaka, pogleda naokrog.
En: To pass the time while waiting, he looked around.

Sl: Blizu je stala Tadeja, ki je živahno klepetala z nekom na telefonu in se veselo smejala.
En: Nearby stood Tadeja, who was lively chatting with someone on the phone and laughing cheerfully.

Sl: Njen glas je bil skoraj melodičen.
En: Her voice was almost melodic.

Sl: Na drugi strani kavarne pa je bil Gorazd, z glavo skoraj zakopan v laptop, s prsti, ki so divje udarjali po tipkovnici.
En: On the other side of the café was Gorazd, with his head nearly buried in his laptop, fingers wildly typing on the keyboard.

Sl: Zdel se je popolnoma osredotočen na delo.
En: He seemed completely focused on work.

Sl: Ko Matevževo ime pokličejo, je hitro stopil do pulta, toda isto naredijo tudi Tadeja in Gorazd.
En: When Matevž's name was called, he quickly stepped to the counter, but so did Tadeja and Gorazd.

Sl: Vsi trije se srečajo ob vzajemnem pogledu nejevere.
En: All three met with mutual looks of disbelief.

Sl: "Mislil sem, da je to moja kava," reče Matevž.
En: "I thought this was my coffee," Matevž said.

Sl: "Tudi jaz!
En: "Me too!

Sl: Točno tako sem naročil," vzklikne Tadeja, še vedno v dobri volji.
En: That's exactly what I ordered," exclaimed Tadeja, still in good spirits.

Sl: Gorazd umakne pogled z zaslona, zmeden: "Pardon, mislim, da je to moje naročilo.
En: Gorazd looked up from his screen, confused: "Sorry, I think this is my order."

Sl: "Matevž globoko vdihne.
En: Matevž took a deep breath.

Sl: Na trenutek pomisli, da bi protestiral, a se odloči ubrati drugačen pristop.
En: For a moment, he thought about protesting, but decided to take a different approach.

Sl: "Zakaj ne bi skupaj ugotovili, katera kava je čigava?
En: "Why don't we figure out together whose coffee is whose?

Sl: Mogoče smo slučajno vsi naročili isto.
En: Maybe we all happened to order the same thing."

Sl: "Tadeja se strinja: "Dobra ideja!
En: Tadeja agreed: "Good idea!

Sl: Pogovorimo se.
En: Let's talk it over."

Sl: " Gorazd sicer zadržano, a s prijaznostjo prikima.
En: Gorazd, though a bit reserved, nodded kindly.

Sl: Vsedli so se za mizo in kmalu ugotovili, kje je nastal zaplet.
En: They sat at a table and soon figured out where the mix-up had occurred.

Sl: V trenutku, ko so delili zgodbe in smeh, je Matevž pozabil na začetno frustracijo.
En: As they shared stories and laughter, Matevž forgot about his initial frustration.

Sl: Tadeja je razlagala o zanimivostih Ljubljane, Gorazd pa je občasno dodal kakšno programsko anekdoto.
En: Tadeja talked about the interesting aspects of Ljubljana, while Gorazd occasionally added a programming anecdote.

Sl: Kmalu zatem se jim pridruži tudi barista, ki je opazil situacijo in se parkovaval za zaplet.
En: Soon after, the barista, who had noticed the situation, joined them and apologized for the mix-up.

Sl: Prinese še eno kavo, nasmehne se: "Mini kavarna, velika zmeda, a dobra družba.
En: He brought another coffee and smiled: "Small café, big confusion, but good company."

Sl: " Ostali trije se zasmejijo.
En: The other three laughed.

Sl: Matevž končno dobi svoj espresso, čeprav nekoliko kasneje, a vse napetosti so minile.
En: Matevž finally got his espresso, although a bit later, but all tensions had dissipated.

Sl: Na koncu je Matevž ugotovil, da je v kavarni dobil več kot le kavo.
En: In the end, Matevž realized that he got more than just coffee at the café.

Sl: Našel je zanimiva poznanstva in si obljubil, da bo naslednjič takšne nenapovedane dogodke sprejel z odprtimi rokami.
En: He found interesting acquaintances and promised himself that next time he would embrace such unplanned events with open arms.

Sl: Spontanost je vnašala pridih v sicer predvidljivo rutino.
En: Spontaneity added a touch of delight to an otherwise predictable routine.

Sl: S Tadejo in Gorazdom so še obljubili, da se spet srečajo, da bodo nadaljevali pogovor, ki je s seboj prinesel toliko smeha in topline.
En: Tadeja and Gorazd also promised to meet again to continue the conversation that brought so much laughter and warmth.

Sl: Z tiho zadovoljnostjo v srcu se je Matevž poslovil, vedoč, da je bilo jutro nekaj posebnega.
En: With quiet satisfaction in his heart, Matevž said goodbye, knowing that the morning was something special.


Vocabulary Words:

• intertwined: prepletenimi
• skim: preletel
• manuscript: rokopisa
• observed: opazoval
• melodic: melodičen
• buried: zakopan
• protesting: protestiral
• approach: pristop
• mix-up: zaplet
• occasional: občasno
• anecdote: anekdoto
• dissipated: minile
• acquaintances: poznanstva
• embrace: sprejel
• spontaneity: spontanost
• routine: rutina
• satisfaction: zadovoljnostjo
• skillfully: spretno
• wrapped: oviti
• confused: zmeden
• chatting: klepetala
• lively: živahno
• apologized: oprostite
• delight: pridih
• predictable: predvidljivo
• cozy: udobno
• simultaneously: hkrati
• unexpected: nenapovedane
• frustration: frustracijo
• typical: tipična

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Unveiling Secrets: A Thrilling Adventure at Ljubljana Castle
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Story Transcript:

Sl: Anja in Miha sta stala pred Ljubljanskim gradom.
En: Anja and Miha stood in front of the Ljubljana Castle.

Sl: Snežena odeja je pokrivala dvorišče, oči pa so se svetile v navdušenju in strahu.
En: A snowy blanket covered the courtyard, and their eyes shone with excitement and fear.

Sl: Skupina sošolcev se je zbrala okoli vodiča, ki je z globokim glasom pripovedoval zgodovino gradu.
En: A group of classmates gathered around the guide, who was recounting the castle's history in a deep voice.

Sl: Anja je nekaj časa poslušala, nato pa se ji je pogled ustavil na ozkem prehodu, ki ga je vodič le bežno omenil.
En: Anja listened for a while, but then her gaze was drawn to a narrow passage the guide had only briefly mentioned.

Sl: "Tam, Miha," je zašepetala in pokazala na prehod.
En: "There, Miha," she whispered, pointing at the passage.

Sl: Miha, sramežljiv in zadržan, je zmajal z glavo.
En: Miha, shy and reserved, shook his head.

Sl: "Ne smemo iti tja.
En: "We shouldn't go there."

Sl: ""Ah," se je zasmejala Anja, "kdaj bomo imeli spet takšno priložnost?
En: "Ah," Anja laughed, "when will we have such an opportunity again?

Sl: Morda najdemo kaj skritega!
En: Maybe we'll find something hidden!"

Sl: "Miha je okleval.
En: Miha hesitated.

Sl: Anjina radovednost je bila nalezljiva.
En: Anja's curiosity was contagious.

Sl: Pokukal je proti svojim sošolcem in bil že na pol pripravljen, da zavrne, ko je ugotovil, da vodič in razred hodita naprej.
En: He glanced at his classmates and was almost ready to refuse when he realized the guide and the class were moving on.

Sl: "Prav," je vzdihnil.
En: "Alright," he sighed.

Sl: "Ampak hitro.
En: "But quickly."

Sl: "Anja ga je navdušeno zgrabila za roko, in skupaj sta zdrsnila skozi prehod.
En: Anja excitedly grabbed his hand, and together they slipped through the passage.

Sl: Hodnika sta bila temna, a na tleh so bile stopinje.
En: The corridors were dark, but there were footprints on the floor.

Sl: Morda so tla, kjer so nekoč hodili kralji ali vitezi, pomislila je Anja.
En: Perhaps these were the floors where kings or knights once walked, Anja thought.

Sl: V temen vogal so naleteli na železna vrata, okrašena z vklesanimi simboli, ki so izžarevali skrivnost.
En: In a dark corner, they came upon an iron door adorned with carved symbols that exuded mystery.

Sl: "Poglej to!
En: "Look at this!"

Sl: " je vzkliknila Anja.
En: Anja exclaimed.

Sl: Srce ji je divje utripalo.
En: Her heart was pounding wildly.

Sl: "Moramo nazaj!
En: "We have to go back!"

Sl: " je vztrajal Miha, a Anjo je premagala nova neustavljiva radovednost.
En: insisted Miha, but Anja was overcome with a new, irresistible curiosity.

Sl: Pognala je ključavnico, toda vrata so ostala trdno zaprta.
En: She pushed the lock, but the door remained firmly closed.

Sl: Glasovi sošolcev so se že bližali.
En: The voices of their classmates were already approaching.

Sl: "Slišijo nas!
En: "They can hear us!"

Sl: " je zaskrbljeno rekel Miha.
En: said Miha anxiously.

Sl: "Dajmo nazaj, preden bo prepozno.
En: "Let's go back before it's too late."

Sl: "Anja je končno odstopila in oba sta hitro stekla nazaj proti hodniku, skoraj da ujeta v strahu.
En: Anja finally relented, and both quickly ran back towards the corridor, almost trapped in fear.

Sl: Zadnji trenutek sta se uspela ponovno vključiti v skupino.
En: At the last moment, they managed to rejoin the group.

Sl: Nihče si ničesar ni opazil.
En: No one noticed anything.

Sl: Ko so zapustili grad in se spustili po hribu, je Anja globoko vzdihnila.
En: As they left the castle and descended the hill, Anja sighed deeply.

Sl: "Škoda, da nisva mogla pogledati za vrata," je tiho rekla.
En: "It's a shame we couldn't look behind the door," she said quietly.

Sl: "Včasih ne smeš prehitro prolomiti pravil," je rekel Miha s majhnim smehljajem.
En: "Sometimes you shouldn't break the rules too quickly," said Miha with a small smile.

Sl: "Ampak morda me naslednjič prepričaš hitreje.
En: "But maybe next time you'll convince me faster."

Sl: "Anja je zasijala.
En: Anja beamed.

Sl: Vedela je, da bo trenutek z Miho in skrivnostna vrata ostal v njenem srcu.
En: She knew that the moment with Miha and the mysterious door would remain in her heart.

Sl: Na koncu je odkrila nekaj veliko vrednejšega – prijateljstvo in modrost.
En: In the end, she discovered something much more valuable – friendship and wisdom.


Vocabulary Words:

• courtyard: dvorišče
• recounting: pripovedoval
• narrow: ozkem
• passage: prehod
• reserved: zadržan
• contagious: nalezljiva
• corridors: hodnika
• footprints: stopinje
• adorned: okrašena
• exuded: izžarevali
• insisted: vztrajal
• irresistible: neustavljiva
• firmly: trdno
• relented: odstopila
• trapped: ujeta
• descended: spustili
• beamed: zasijala
• wisdom: modrost
• hesitated: okleval
• gaze: pogled
• anxiously: zaskrbljeno
• glanced: pokukal
• approaching: bližali
• opportunity: priložnost
• mystery: skrivnost
• pounding: divje
• moment: trenutek
• gathered: zbrala
• reluctantly: nerad
• precipice: prepad

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Bargains & Brews: A Savvy Shopper's Quest in Ljubljana
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-01-22-08-38-20-sl

Story Transcript:

Sl: V hladnem jutru, ko je rahlo snežilo, so se prvi kupci že sprehajali po glavnem trgu v Ljubljani.
En: On a cold morning with light snow falling, the first shoppers were already strolling through the main square in Ljubljana.

Sl: Barvita tržnica je bila polna življenja, prodajalci so se šalili in klicali mimoidoče, pod barvitimi ponjavami pa so se kazali sveži pridelki.
En: The colorful market was full of life; vendors joked and called out to passersby, while under the bright awnings, fresh produce was on display.

Sl: V ozadju je dišalo po kuhanem vinu, v zraku se je vil vonj po cimetu in klinčkih.
En: In the background, the scent of mulled wine filled the air, accompanied by the aromas of cinnamon and cloves.

Sl: Mateja, mlada ženska, je počasi hodila med stojnicami.
En: Mateja, a young woman, slowly walked among the stalls.

Sl: Bila je oblečena v topel volnen šal, kapa ji je pokrivala ušesa pred hladem.
En: She was wrapped in a warm wool scarf, with a hat covering her ears against the cold.

Sl: Pogledovala je naokoli, njen ugledni cilj je bil jasen − želena je kupiti sveže zelenjavo in meso za svoj najljubši lonec.
En: She glanced around; her clear goal was to purchase fresh vegetables and meat for her favorite pot.

Sl: Luka, njen prijatelj, je stal ob njej.
En: Luka, her friend, stood beside her.

Sl: Rahlo je poskakoval, ne toliko zaradi mraza, ampak zaradi nestrpnosti.
En: He bounced slightly, not so much from the cold but from impatience.

Sl: "Mateja, pohiti. Hočem na kavo." Z obupom je rekel, a ni mogel skriti rahlega nasmeha, ki je kazal na to, da mu je kljub temu užival v družbi.
En: "Mateja, hurry up. I want a coffee," he said with a hint of desperation, though he couldn't hide a slight smile showing he still enjoyed the company.

Sl: Cene so bile visoke zaradi zime in velikega povpraševanja.
En: Prices were high due to the winter and the great demand.

Sl: Mateja je vedela, da mora biti previdna.
En: Mateja knew she had to be careful.

Sl: Odločila se je, da ne bo zapravljala pri znanih in dragih stojnicah.
En: She decided not to splurge at the well-known and expensive stalls.

Sl: Njeno srce je hrepenelo po skromnem uspehu v iskanju svežih, a ugodnih sestavin.
En: Her heart longed for modest success in the quest for fresh but affordable ingredients.

Sl: Mateja se je umaknila iz množice in se napotila na manj znane kotičke tržnice.
En: Mateja withdrew from the crowd and headed toward the less known corners of the market.

Sl: Tam je bilo manj ljudi, a ponudba ni bila slaba.
En: There were fewer people, but the offerings were not bad.

Sl: Kmalu je njen pogled ujel stojnico z žarečim napitkom oranžnih korenčkov, svežo zeleno zelenjavo in lepimi kosi mesa.
En: Soon her gaze caught a stall with glowing orange carrots, fresh green vegetables, and fine cuts of meat.

Sl: Prodajalec, starejši gospod z velikim nasmehom, je pozdravil: "Dober dan, gospodična! Potrebujete kaj posebnega?"
En: The vendor, an elderly gentleman with a big smile, greeted her: "Good day, miss! Do you need something special?"

Sl: Mateja se je obrnila k njemu. "Iščem najboljšo zelenjavo in meso za dober golaž. Ampak", je hitro dodala, "vse mora biti po zmerni ceni."
En: Mateja turned to him. "I'm looking for the best vegetables and meat for a good stew. But," she quickly added, "everything must be at a moderate price."

Sl: Možakar je prikimal in se poglobil v pogovor z Matejo.
En: The man nodded and engaged in a conversation with Mateja.

Sl: Bila je potrpežljiva, prisluhnila je vsakemu njegovemu predlogu in počasi, a zanesljivo, začela pogajati.
En: She was patient, listened to each of his suggestions, and slowly but surely began to negotiate.

Sl: Luka se je medtem odsotno igral s telefonom, a nato presenečeno dvignil pogled, ko je slišal Matejino veselo "hvala" ter videl njo kako sebično stiska vrečke polne svežih pridelkov.
En: Meanwhile, Luka absentmindedly played with his phone, but then looked up in surprise when he heard Mateja’s cheerful "thank you" and saw her holding bags full of fresh produce.

Sl: Mateja je dosegla, kar je želela. Napolnila je svojo torbo s kakovostnimi sestavinami po najboljši ceni.
En: Mateja achieved what she wanted. She filled her bag with quality ingredients at the best price.

Sl: Luka je zadovoljno prikimal.
En: Luka nodded in satisfaction.

Sl: "Zdaj greva lahko na tisto kavo," se je sklonil k njej.
En: "Now we can go for that coffee," he leaned towards her.

Sl: Ko sta odhajala z živahne tržnice, se je Mateja še enkrat veselo ozrla nazaj.
En: As they left the lively market, Mateja glanced back happily once more.

Sl: Naučila se je, da je potrpežljivost poplačana ter da dobre ponudbe lahko odkriješ tam, kjer jih manj pričakuješ.
En: She learned that patience is rewarded and that good deals can be found where you least expect them.

Sl: Bila je ponosna nase in vesela, ker je dan lepo začela.
En: She was proud of herself and happy for a nice start to the day.

Sl: Nasmehnila se je Luki, vedela je, da ta kava ne bo le navaden zaključek uspešne zgodbe, temveč začetek vsakega naslednjega nakupa na tržnici.
En: She smiled at Luka, knowing this coffee would not only be an ordinary end to a successful story but the beginning of every future shopping trip to the market.


Vocabulary Words:

• shoppers: kupci
• strolling: sprehajali
• vendors: prodajalci
• awnings: ponjave
• mulled: kuhano
• wrapped: oblečena
• scarf: šal
• glanced: pogledovala
• quest: iskanje
• splurge: zapravljala
• modest: skromnem
• corners: kotički
• glowing: žarečim
• greeted: pozdravil
• special: posebnega
• stew: golaž
• moderate: zmerni
• engaged: poglobil
• patience: potrpežljivost
• negotiate: pogajati
• playfully: računa
• absently: odsotno
• impatience: nestrpnosti
• success: uspeh
• affordable: ugodnih
• uncommon: manj pričakuješ
• future: naslednjega
• bright: barvitimi
• satisfaction: zadovoljstvo
• ingredients: sestavinami

Fluent Fiction - Slovenian: Mystery of Jezero Bled: A Winter's Hidden Relics
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/sl/episode/2026-01-21-23-34-02-sl

Story Transcript:

Sl: V mrzlem, zasneženem jutru se je jezero Bled prebudilo v zimi.
En: On a cold, snowy morning, jezero Bled awoke to winter.

Sl: Topli vonj vročega kakava in pečenega kostanja je prekril zrak.
En: The warm scent of hot cocoa and roasted chestnuts filled the air.

Sl: Ljudje so se zbirali na tradicionalnem zimskem festivalu, kjer so se smeh in veselje mešali z muziko izven prizorišča.
En: People gathered at the traditional winter festival, where laughter and joy mixed with music from outside the venue.

Sl: Številne lesene stojnice so blestele v soju luči, ki so osvetljevale zasneženo pokrajino.
En: Numerous wooden stalls shone in the glow of lights that illuminated the snowy landscape.

Sl: Matej, ugledni lokalni kuhar, je s svojo sestro Zalo prišel do festivala.
En: Matej, a renowned local chef, arrived at the festival with his sister, Zala.

Sl: Zala se je veselila drsanja na ledu, a Matej je imel drugačne misli.
En: Zala was excited about ice skating, but Matej had different thoughts.

Sl: Njegova radovednost je bila zbujena.
En: His curiosity was piqued.

Sl: Slišal je čudne govorice o neznancu, ki se je hitro pojavil in še hitreje izginil, za seboj pa pustil nenavadno sporočilo.
En: He had heard strange rumors about a stranger who appeared quickly and disappeared even faster, leaving behind an unusual message.

Sl: "Zala, poglej tole," je rekel Matej, ko je našel zvitek papirja blizu enega od stojnic.
En: "Zala, look at this," said Matej when he found a scroll of paper near one of the stalls.

Sl: Na njem je pisalo: "Zaščitite preteklost.
En: It read: "Protect the past."

Sl: " Praske po papirju so dodajale skrivnostnost.
En: Scratches on the paper added to the mystery.

Sl: "To je čudno," je dejala Zala in ji zasijale oči.
En: "This is strange," Zala said, her eyes shining with excitement.

Sl: "Moramo ugotoviti, kaj pomeni.
En: "We have to find out what it means."

Sl: "Vendar pa je bila množica velika in glasna, saj so obiskovalci uživali v festivalu.
En: However, the crowd was large and loud as visitors enjoyed the festival.

Sl: Matej in Zala sta morala premagati gnečo, kar je bilo težko.
En: Matej and Zala had to push through the throng, which was difficult.

Sl: Matej je pristopil k lokalnim oblastem, vendar so njegovo zaskrbljenost hitro odpravili kot brez pomena.
En: Matej approached the local authorities, but they quickly dismissed his concerns as meaningless.

Sl: Njuno zanimanje pa ni zbledelo.
En: Nonetheless, their interest did not fade.

Sl: "Zaupaj svojim instinktom," je spodbudno rekel Zali.
En: "Trust your instincts," Zala encouraged.

Sl: Matej je bil odločen.
En: Matej was determined.

Sl: Sklenil je, da se bo podal v neznano, v skrivnostne kotičke okoli jezera.
En: He resolved to venture into the unknown, into the mysterious corners around the lake.

Sl: Spustila sta se po komaj vidni poti, ki je vodila stran od množice.
En: They took a barely visible path that led away from the crowd.

Sl: Zala, kot vedno neustrašen raziskovalec, je sledila bratu.
En: Zala, ever the fearless explorer, followed her brother.

Sl: Šla sta mimo zaledenele vode in skozi snežno zastrte gozdove do skrivnostnega slapa, ki se je bleščal v zmrzali.
En: They passed the frozen waters and snow-covered forests to reach a mysterious waterfall, shimmering in the frost.

Sl: Za tem slapom, skoraj skrito pred očmi, sta našla majhno jamo.
En: Behind this waterfall, almost hidden from sight, they found a small cave.

Sl: Oba sta obstala v tišini.
En: Both stood in silence.

Sl: V jami so bili nenavadni predmeti – starinski kovčki, napolnjeni z zgodovinskimi artefakti.
En: The cave held unusual objects – antique suitcases filled with historical artifacts.

Sl: "Neznanec je bil zgodovinar," je uvidel Matej, "poskušal je zaščititi te relikvije.
En: "The stranger was a historian," Matej realized, "trying to protect these relics."

Sl: "Po dolgem premisleku sta se odločila, da bosta varovala skrivnost.
En: After long contemplation, they decided to guard the secret.

Sl: Relikvije bodo ostale tam, zaščitene pred iskalci zakladov.
En: The relics would stay there, protected from treasure seekers.

Sl: Matej je postal samozavesten, svoji intuiciji pa je zaupal bolj kot kadarkoli prej.
En: Matej became confident, trusting his intuition more than ever.

Sl: Zala pa se je naučila previdnosti, čeprav njena pustolovska narava ni izginila.
En: Zala learned to be cautious, even though her adventurous spirit remained undiminished.

Sl: Ko sta se vračala nazaj k festivalski luči, sta vedela, da sta to zimo odkrila skrito zgodbo jezera Bled.
En: As they returned to the festival lights, they knew they had uncovered a hidden story of jezero Bled that winter.

Sl: Vesela sta bila, da sta bila njuna radovednost in pogum poplačana.
En: They were glad that their curiosity and bravery were rewarded.

Sl: Obljubila sta si, da bosta skupaj varovala zgodovino njunega mesta.
En: They promised each other to protect the history of their town together.

Sl: In tako je zimski večer nežno prešel v noč, skozi katero sta se smeh in toplina še naprej zrcalila po zasneženi, mirni pokrajini.
En: And so, the winter evening gently turned into night, during which laughter and warmth continued to reflect across the snowy, peaceful landscape.


Vocabulary Words:

• renowned: ugledni
• curiosity: radovednost
• rumors: govorice
• disappeared: izginil
• message: sporočilo
• scratches: praske
• throng: gneča
• authorities: oblasti
• treasure seekers: iskalci zakladov
• venture: podal
• frost: zmrzal
• relics: relikvije
• intuition: intuicija
• contamination: zastrtje
• shimmering: bleščal
• stealthy: skrito
• historians: zgodovinarji
• confidence: samozavest
• diminished: izginila
• persistence: vztrajnost
• explorer: raziskovalec
• artifact: artefakt
• contemplation: premislek
• cautious: previden
• festival: festival
• mysterious: skrivnostno
• suitcases: kovčki
• resolved: odločen
• illuminated: osvetljevale
• instincts: instinkti