Rediscovering Love: Ivana's New Year Journey in Zagreb

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Ivana's Song: Conquering Fear with Melody and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-30-23-34-02-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Snijeg polako pokriva elegantne krovove Futureville Škole Izvrsnosti.En: Snow slowly covers the elegant roofs of the Futureville School of Excellence.Hr: U zraku se osjeća iščekivanje.En: Anticipation is in the air.Hr: Blizu je Nova godina, a škola se priprema za talent show.En: New Year is near, and the school is preparing for the talent show.Hr: Veselje i uzbuđenje mogu se vidjeti na svakom licu.En: Joy and excitement can be seen on every face.Hr: No, jedna djevojka osjeća nešto drugo.En: But one girl feels something different.Hr: Ivana je sjedila na klupi u školskom atriju.En: Ivana is sitting on a bench in the school's atrium.Hr: Blijeda svjetlost svjetiljki odražava se na modernim, staklenim zidovima škole.En: The pale light of the lamps reflects off the school's modern glass walls.Hr: Ivana voli glazbu.En: Ivana loves music.Hr: Stvorila je pjesmu punu emocija, ali strah ju sputava.En: She has created a song full of emotions, but fear is holding her back.Hr: Plaši se smijanja i osude.En: She's afraid of being laughed at and judged.Hr: Dok je ona zamišljena, Marko prilazi.En: While she's deep in thought, Marko approaches.Hr: "Kako ide, Ivana?" upita Marko veselo.En: "How's it going, Ivana?" asks Marko cheerfully.Hr: "Ne znam, Marko," odgovori Ivana tiho.En: "I don't know, Marko," Ivana responds quietly.Hr: "Mislila sam se prijaviti na talent show, ali sada... nisam sigurna."En: "I was thinking of signing up for the talent show, but now... I'm not sure."Hr: "Pjesma ti je divna," reče Marko ohrabrujuće.En: "Your song is wonderful," says Marko encouragingly.Hr: "Tvoja će izvedba biti posebna."En: "Your performance will be special."Hr: Ivana se nasmiješi, ali njezine oči ostaju zabrinute.En: Ivana smiles, but her eyes remain worried.Hr: "Što ako me svi ismijavaju?"En: "What if everyone laughs at me?"Hr: Marko sjeda pokraj nje.En: Marko sits next to her.Hr: "I ja sam nervozan svaki put kad igram nogomet pred publikom.En: "I'm nervous every time I play soccer in front of an audience.Hr: No, svaki put kad učinim prvi korak, kad istrčim na teren, svi strahovi nestanu."En: But every time I take that first step, when I run onto the field, all fears disappear."Hr: Ivana uzdahne.En: Ivana sighs.Hr: Misli na svoje sramežljivo srce i veliki san.En: She thinks of her shy heart and big dream.Hr: "Zbilja misliš da mogu?"En: "Do you really think I can?"Hr: "Da, možeš!" Marko ju potapša po ramenu.En: "Yes, you can!" Marko pats her on the shoulder.Hr: "Idemo gore, imamo probu."En: "Let's go upstairs, we have a rehearsal."Hr: Ivana nevoljko pristane.En: Ivana reluctantly agrees.Hr: U sobi za probe, uzima gitaru.En: In the rehearsal room, she picks up a guitar.Hr: Marko i Petar, njezin drugi prijatelj, navijaju za nju.En: Marko and Petar, her other friend, cheer for her.Hr: Drhti, ali počinje svirati i pjevati.En: She trembles, but begins to play and sing.Hr: Melodija ispuni prostoriju, nježna, ali sigurna.En: The melody fills the room, gentle but confident.Hr: Prvi put, strah zamjenjuje osjećaj slobode.En: For the first time, fear is replaced by a feeling of freedom.Hr: Kad završava, Marko i Petar plješću.En: When she finishes, Marko and Petar applaud.Hr: "Sjajna si!" usklikne Petar.En: "You're amazing!" exclaims Petar.Hr: "Ne možeš odustati sada."En: "You can't give up now."Hr: Srce joj jače kuca.En: Her heart beats faster.Hr: Sutradan će biti talent show.En: The next day will be the talent show.Hr: Noć prije samog događaja, Ivana ne može spavati, ali i dalje nada tinja u njenom srcu.En: The night before the event, Ivana can't sleep, but still, hope flickers in her heart.Hr: Kad konačno dođe dan, dvorana je puna učenika i učitelja.En: When the day finally comes, the hall is full of students and teachers.Hr: Njeni prijatelji su s njom.En: Her friends are with her.Hr: Došao je njen trenutak.En: Her moment has come.Hr: Staje pred mikrofonom.En: She stands in front of the microphone.Hr: Pogled na publiku ju u početku prestraši, ali negdje iznutra dolazi snaga koju nije znala da ima.En: The sight of the audience initially terrifies her, but from somewhere inside, strength emerges that she didn't know she had.Hr: Počinje pjevati.En: She begins to sing.Hr: Glas se širi prostorom, topao poput vatre na hladan zimski dan.En: Her voice spreads through the space, warm like a fire on a cold winter day.Hr: U svakom taktu, u svakoj riječi, Ivana izlijeva dio sebe.En: In every beat, in every word, Ivana pours out a part of herself.Hr: Kad završi, nastane tišina.En: When she finishes, there is silence.Hr: Zatim pljesak!En: Then applause!Hr: Glasni, snažni pljesak koji ju zahvati poput vala.En: Loud, strong applause that sweeps over her like a wave.Hr: Osmijeh joj preplavi lice.En: A smile floods her face.Hr: Više niko nije strašan; svi su jednostavno prijatelji.En: No one is scary anymore; everyone is simply friends.Hr: Ivana se vraća k svojim prijateljima.En: Ivana returns to her friends.Hr: Osmijeh im je dovoljan da znaju: uspjela je.En: Her smile is enough for them to know: she made it.Hr: Njezino srce pulsira novom sigurnošću.En: Her heart pulses with newfound confidence.Hr: Sad zna da dijeljenje strasti može stvoriti prijateljstva, osjećaj povezanosti, i ponos.En: Now she knows that sharing passion can create friendships, a sense of connection, and pride.Hr: Zima te večeri ne djeluje hladno, jer Futureville škola svijetli toplinama novih prijateljstava i nade za večeras i cijelu nadolazeću godinu.En: That evening, winter doesn't feel cold, because Futureville School shines with the warmth of new friendships and hope for tonight and the entire coming year. Vocabulary Words:elegant: elegantneanticipation: iščekivanjeexcitement: uzbuđenjeatrium: atrijupale: blijedaemotions: emocijarehearsal: probareluctantly: nevoljkotrembles: drhtimelody: melodijagentle: nježnaconfident: sigurnafreedom: slobodaflickers: tinjamicrophone: mikrofonomterrifies: prestrašistrength: snagaspreads: širifloods: preplaviscary: strašnopride: ponoswinter: zimashines: svijetlilamp: svjetlostireflected: odražavatheatre: dvoranaheart: srcuwave: valaapplause: pljesakaudience: publiku

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Frozen Paths and Fiery Friendship in Plitvička Jezera Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-30-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Hladna zimska jutra u Nacionalnom parku Plitvička jezera mogu biti jednako prekrasna koliko i opasna.En: Cold winter mornings in Nacionalni park Plitvička jezera can be as beautiful as they are dangerous.Hr: Snijeg je pokrivao staze, a sunčeva svjetlost blistala je na zaleđenim slapovima.En: Snow covered the paths, and the sunlight sparkled on the frozen waterfalls.Hr: Ivana i Goran, dugogodišnji prijatelji, hodali su kroz ovo zimsko čudo prirode.En: Ivana and Goran, long-time friends, walked through this winter wonderland.Hr: Ivana je osjećala neku vrstu nelagode u svakodnevici i željela je promjenu.En: Ivana felt some kind of discomfort in her everyday life and longed for change.Hr: Goran je, pak, volio rutinu i uvijek planirao korake unaprijed.En: Goran, on the other hand, loved routine and always planned steps ahead.Hr: Nosio je sa sobom prvu pomoć, kao i obično.En: As usual, he carried a first aid kit with him.Hr: "Ivane, sigurna si da je sve u redu?" upita Goran zabrinuto dok su prolazili pored guste zime.En: "Ivana, are you sure everything is alright?" Goran asked worriedly as they passed through the dense winter.Hr: Ivana je zamahivala rukom bez brige. "Ne brini, Goran! Ovo je prekrasan dan. Idemo uživati."En: Ivana waved her hand dismissively. "Don't worry, Goran! It's a beautiful day. Let's enjoy it."Hr: Dok su hodali, vjetar je donosio hladnu oštrinu zraka, a snijeg je škripio pod njihovim čizmama.En: As they walked, the wind brought a cold sharpness to the air, and the snow crunched under their boots.Hr: Odjednom, Ivana se zaustavila, trljajući oči. "Ne osjećam se dobro," reče tiho.En: Suddenly, Ivana stopped, rubbing her eyes. "I don't feel well," she said quietly.Hr: Lice joj je bilo crveno, a disanje ubrzano.En: Her face was flushed, and her breathing was rapid.Hr: Goran je odmah prebacio pogled na nju, osjećajući paniku. "Što se događa?" upita, primjećujući oticanje.En: Goran immediately shifted his gaze to her, feeling panic. "What's happening?" he asked, noticing the swelling.Hr: Pritrčao joj je i brzo izvadio antihistaminik iz prve pomoći.En: He rushed to her and quickly took an antihistamine from the first aid kit.Hr: Znao je da nema drugog izbora. "Uzmi ovo," reče držeći tabletku i zube stegnutih od brige.En: He knew there was no other choice. "Take this," he said, holding the pill with teeth clenched in worry.Hr: Ivana uzela lijek, dok je Goran razmišljao što učiniti sljedeće.En: Ivana took the medicine, while Goran thought about what to do next.Hr: "Ostani ovdje, moram pronaći čuvara parka," reče, odlučivši da je to najbolje.En: "Stay here; I need to find a park ranger," he said, deciding it was the best course of action.Hr: Znao je da je Ivana hrabra, ali morala je ostati jaka.En: He knew Ivana was brave, but she needed to stay strong.Hr: Trčeći kroz snijeg i ledeni zrak, Goran je konačno stigao do stanice čuvara.En: Running through the snow and icy air, Goran finally reached the ranger station.Hr: Objasnio je situaciju, a čuvari su odmah krenuli za njim nazad do Ivane.En: He explained the situation, and the rangers immediately followed him back to Ivana.Hr: Srce mu je udaralo od tuge i straha.En: His heart pounded with sadness and fear.Hr: Kad su stigli, Ivana je sjedila na snijegu, ali izgledala je bolje.En: When they arrived, Ivana was sitting on the snow, but she looked better.Hr: "Bila sam na rubu panike, Goran. Zahvaljujem što si uvijek tako pripremljen," reče ona, dok su čuvari pregledavali njezino stanje.En: "I was on the verge of panic, Goran. Thank you for always being so prepared," she said as the rangers checked her condition.Hr: Medicinska pomoć stigla je točno na vrijeme, a Ivana je počela osjećati olakšanje.En: Medical help arrived just in time, and Ivana began to feel relief.Hr: Večernje svjetlosne zrake počele su plesati među drvećem, dok su im lica bila osvijetljena nadolazećim vatrometom povodom Nove godine.En: The evening light rays started to dance among the trees, their faces illuminated by the upcoming New Year's fireworks.Hr: Držeći rukavice čvrsto, Goran i Ivana shvatili su koliko je vrijedno imati prijatelja u teškim vremenima, ali i cijeniti životne promjene uz pripremu.En: Holding their gloves tightly, Goran and Ivana realized how valuable it is to have a friend in tough times, while also appreciating life changes with preparation.Hr: Ivana je osjetila mir, znajući da sigurnost i avantura mogu postojati zajedno.En: Ivana felt peace, knowing that safety and adventure can coexist.Hr: Goran je pronašao novu sigurnost u hrabrosti suočavanja s nepoznatim, shvaćajući koliko su važni odgovornost i briga za one koje volimo.En: Goran found new security in the courage to face the unknown, understanding how important responsibility and care for those we love are.Hr: Neka 2023. donese nove avanture, ali i odlučnost da ostanu jednako povezani i spremni za sve pred sebe.En: May 2023 bring new adventures, but also the determination to remain connected and ready for whatever lies ahead. Vocabulary Words:dense: gustdismissively: bez brigesharpness: oštrinacrunched: škripioflushed: crvenoswelling: oticanjeantihistamine: antihistaminikverge: rubilluminated: osvijetljenadetermination: odlučnostgaze: pogledpounded: udaraloprepared: pripremljencourage: hrabrostresponsibility: odgovornostcare: brigapeace: miradventure: avanturaunknown: nepoznatovalue: vrijednorelief: olakšanjeranger: čuvareveryday: svakodnevicapanicked: panikaexplained: objasnioappreciating: cijenitisparkled: blistaladiscomfort: nelagodaimmediately: odmahdecision: odluka

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Rediscovering Love: Ivana's New Year Journey in Zagreb Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-29-23-34-02-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Ivana je stajala ispred Zagrebačke katedrale.En: Ivana was standing in front of the Zagrebačka katedrala.Hr: Njene visoke tornjeve krasile su tisuće svjetlucavih lampica, blistale su na hladnom zimskom zraku.En: Its tall towers were adorned with thousands of sparkling lights, glittering in the cold winter air.Hr: Bio je Silvestrovo, Zagreb je bio živahan, ali Ivana je osjećala težinu.En: It was Silvestrovo, Zagreb was lively, but Ivana felt a weight.Hr: Došla je iz Splita, tražeći odgovore.En: She had come from Split, seeking answers.Hr: Veza na daljinu s Markom bila je komplicirana.En: The long-distance relationship with Marko was complicated.Hr: Nedostajala joj je komunikacija.En: She missed communication.Hr: Osjećala je kako se udaljavaju.En: She felt they were drifting apart.Hr: U svjetlu zvijezda, tjelesna prisutnost katedrale podsjetila ju je na trenutke kad su ona i Marko ovdje sjedili, smijali se i sanjali.En: In the light of the stars, the physical presence of the cathedral reminded her of the moments when she and Marko sat here, laughed, and dreamed.Hr: Ivana je zatvorila oči, prisjećajući se one večeri.En: Ivana closed her eyes, recalling that evening.Hr: Snijeg je tada lagano padao, a Marko joj je držao ruku, obećao da će biti uvijek uz nju, iako nisu u istom gradu.En: Snow was gently falling then, and Marko held her hand, promising to always be with her, even though they were not in the same city.Hr: Sada, taj osjećaj bliskosti bio je udaljen kao zvijezde na nebu.En: Now, that feeling of closeness was as distant as the stars in the sky.Hr: Odjednom, njezin telefon zazvonio je.En: Suddenly, her phone rang.Hr: Poruka od Marka.En: A message from Marko.Hr: Srce joj je poskočilo.En: Her heart skipped a beat.Hr: Pročitala je: „Možemo li se naći na našem mjestu kad počne Nova godina?En: She read: "Can we meet at our place when the New Year begins?"Hr: “ Njega je taj osjećaj mjesta povukao natrag, kao i nju.En: That sense of place drew him back, as it did her.Hr: Iznenadni nalet nade ispunio je Ivanu.En: A sudden rush of hope filled Ivana.Hr: Možda nije sve izgubljeno.En: Maybe not all was lost.Hr: Katedrala je i dalje bila tamo, simbol njihove priče.En: The cathedral was still there, a symbol of their story.Hr: Ivana je uzdahnula i odlučila se, trebala je otvoriti srce i razgovarati s Markom.En: Ivana sighed and made a decision, she needed to open her heart and talk to Marko.Hr: Znala je da treba jasno izraziti svoje osjećaje.En: She knew she needed to clearly express her feelings.Hr: Bila je spremna.En: She was ready.Hr: Nije znala što će se dogoditi, ali bila je hrabra.En: She didn't know what would happen, but she was brave.Hr: Otvoriti se iskreno i postaviti pitanja koja su trebala odgovore.En: To open up honestly and raise the questions that needed answers.Hr: Kada su kazaljke pokazale ponoć, Ivana je zakoračila naprijed i krenula prema svojoj i Markovoj posebnoj točki.En: When the clock struck midnight, Ivana stepped forward and headed towards her and Marko's special spot.Hr: Tamo je vidjela Markov osmijeh ispod svjetlosti grada.En: There she saw Marko's smile under the city lights.Hr: On joj je mahnuo, približavajući se.En: He waved at her, coming closer.Hr: Ivana je osjetila mir u srcu.En: Ivana felt peace in her heart.Hr: Bila je spremna vidjeti što Nova godina donosi.En: She was ready to see what the New Year would bring.Hr: U susretu s Markom, bila je još samo na korak do nove nade, novih početaka.En: In the meeting with Marko, she was just one step away from new hope, new beginnings.Hr: Ivana je našla nadu, vjeru u ljubav i hrabrost za novo poglavlje.En: Ivana found hope, faith in love, and the courage for a new chapter.Hr: I snijeg je padao, nježan i tih, oko njih.En: And the snow was falling, gentle and quiet, around them. Vocabulary Words:adorned: krasilesparkling: svjetlucavihglittering: blistalelively: živahanweight: težinuseeking: tražećidrifting: udaljavajuphysical presence: tjelesna prisutnostrecalling: prisjećajući sepromising: obećaocloseness: bliskostisuddenly: odjednomskipped a beat: poskočilosense: osjećajrush of hope: nalet nadeexpress: izraziticourage: hrabrostraise: postavitistruck: pokazalepeace: mirrelationship: vezafaith: vjerufalling: padaogentle: nježandistant: udaljensymbol: simbolheart: srcedecision: odlučilaspecial spot: posebnoj točkismiled: osmijeh

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Love Across Cities: Navigating Distance with Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-29-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Zagreb je bio prekriven snijegom, a svjetla grada bacala su čaroban sjaj po ulicama.En: Zagreb was covered in snow, and the city lights cast a magical glow over the streets.Hr: Ana je gledala kroz prozor svog stana, pored božićnog drvca, razmišljajući o godini koja je prošla.En: Ana was looking through the window of her apartment, next to the Christmas tree, reflecting on the past year.Hr: Dvije godine veze s Lukom bile su pune ljubavi, ali i izazova zbog udaljenosti.En: Two years of a relationship with Luka were full of love but also challenges due to the distance.Hr: Luka je bio u Splitu, gdje je zrak mirisao na more, a blaga zima donosila je tek lagani hlad.En: Luka was in Split, where the air smelled of the sea, and the mild winter brought just a slight chill.Hr: Imao je atelje u staroj gradskoj jezgri, gdje su kameni zidovi čuvali povijest Dalmatinske obale.En: He had a studio in the old town core, where the stone walls held the history of the Dalmatian coast.Hr: Volio je svoj grad, mjesto gdje su ljudi uvijek spremni na još jednu kašetu smija.En: He loved his city, a place where people were always ready for another "kašeta smija."Hr: Sada, s dolaskom nove godine, upitali su se: "Što dalje?En: Now, with the arrival of the new year, they asked themselves, "What next?"Hr: " Ana je voljela svoj posao u Zagrebu, karijera je napredovala, a prilike su bile neprocjenjive.En: Ana loved her job in Zagreb, her career was progressing, and the opportunities were priceless.Hr: Luka je bio vezan za Split, njegov dom, njegov atelje, njegov svijet.En: Luka was tied to Split, his home, his studio, his world.Hr: Dok su se pripremali za razgovor putem video poziva, srce im je bilo puno nade i straha.En: As they prepared for a video call conversation, their hearts were full of hope and fear.Hr: Na Staru godinu, usprkos udaljenosti, osjećali su blizinu jedno drugog.En: On New Year's Eve, despite the distance, they felt close to each other.Hr: Sat je otkucao ponoć, a nebo se rasprsnulo vatrometom.En: The clock struck midnight, and the sky burst with fireworks.Hr: Tv ekran pokazivao je prizore Zagreba i Splita u isto vrijeme.En: The TV screen showed scenes of Zagreb and Split at the same time.Hr: "Luka", reče Ana s osmijehom, "novi je početak.En: "Luka," Ana said with a smile, "it's a new beginning.Hr: Što ćemo učiniti u vezi selidbe?En: What shall we do about moving?"Hr: "Smireno, Luka duboko udahne.En: Calmly, Luka took a deep breath.Hr: "Ana, ne želim da napustiš svoje snove zbog mene.En: "Ana, I don't want you to give up your dreams because of me.Hr: Ali, ove godine mogli bismo pokušati više putovati jedno k drugome.En: But, this year, we could try to travel to one another more."Hr: "Ana kimne, oči joj svjetlucaju od suza i osmijeha.En: Ana nodded, her eyes sparkling with tears and a smile.Hr: "Hajde da vidimo kamo nas to vodi.En: "Let's see where this takes us.Hr: Možemo pokušati biti zajedno, posjećivati se češće.En: We can try to be together, visit each other more often."Hr: "Dogovor je bio postignut.En: An agreement was reached.Hr: Oboje su shvatili da kompromis i vrijeme mogu postati njihovi saveznici.En: Both realized that compromise and time could become their allies.Hr: Odlučili su da će svaka posjeta biti poput nove avanture, prilika za istraživanje i ljubav.En: They decided that each visit would be like a new adventure, an opportunity for exploration and love.Hr: Kako je zima polako prepuštala mjesto proljeću, Ana i Luka počeli su planirati posjete, uživajući u svakom trenutku.En: As winter slowly gave way to spring, Ana and Luka began to plan visits, enjoying every moment.Hr: Njihova veza, premda još uvijek razdvojena kilometrima, bila je jača nego ikada.En: Their relationship, although still separated by kilometers, was stronger than ever.Hr: Krajolik je možda bio različit, ali ono što su imali jedno u drugome bilo je neizmjerno vrijedno.En: The landscape might have been different, but what they had in each other was infinitely valuable. Vocabulary Words:magical: čarobanreflecting: razmišljajućirelationship: vezachallenges: izazovadistance: udaljenostimild: blagachill: hladstone: kameniwalls: zidoviopportunities: prilikepriceless: neprocjenjivevideo call: video pozivfear: strahfireworks: vatrometcalmly: smirenobreathe: udahnesparkling: svjetlucajutears: suzecompromise: kompromisallies: savezniciadventure: avanturaexploration: istraživanjevaluable: vrijednocovered: prekrivenstudio: ateljecore: jezgrahistory: povijestcoast: obalaadvancing: napredovalatransition: prepuštala

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: A Christmas Contest: Friendship Found in a Shared Ornament Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-28-23-34-01-hr Story Transcript:Hr: U gradskom središtu Splita, mramorna ploča trg je pokrivena slojem snijega, a noć je osvijetljena tisućama blještavih lampica.En: In the city center of Split, the marble square was covered with a layer of snow, and the night was lit by thousands of sparkling lights.Hr: Božićni sajam bio je prepun ljudi, mirisi cimeta i kuhanog vina ispunjavali su zrak, a smijeh se rasprostirao po trgu.En: The Christmas market was full of people, the scent of cinnamon and mulled wine filled the air, and laughter spread throughout the square.Hr: Ivana je bila među mnoštvom, vedra i nasmijana, držeći popis stvari koje još mora nabaviti.En: Ivana was among the crowd, cheerful and smiling, holding a list of things she still had to procure.Hr: Toni, s druge strane, šetao je među štandovima s blago nervoznim osmijehom.En: Toni, on the other hand, was walking among the booths with a slightly nervous smile.Hr: Želio je pronaći savršen poklon za obitelj svoje nove djevojke.En: He wanted to find the perfect gift for the family of his new girlfriend.Hr: Na malom štandu prekrivenom raznobojnim svjetlima, pažnju im je oboma privukao prekrasan božićni ukras u obliku mandale.En: At a small booth covered in colorful lights, their attention was both drawn to a beautiful Christmas ornament in the shape of a mandala.Hr: Bio je izrađen od stakla, sjajnog, bogato ukrašenog detaljima u zelenoj i zlatnoj boji.En: It was made of glass, shiny, richly decorated with details in green and gold.Hr: "Savršen poklon za mamu," pomislila je Ivana.En: "The perfect gift for mom," thought Ivana.Hr: "Ovo će impresionirati njezinu obitelj," mislio je Toni.En: "This will impress her family," thought Toni.Hr: Do štanda su stigli u istom trenutku.En: They reached the booth at the same moment.Hr: Oboje su posegnuli za ukrasom u isto vrijeme.En: Both reached for the ornament simultaneously.Hr: Smijeh se začuo iz njihovih grla, ali oči su im bile odlučne.En: Laughter erupted from their throats, but their eyes were determined.Hr: "Trebam ga za svoju kolekciju," rekla je Ivana sa smiješkom.En: "I need it for my collection," said Ivana with a smile.Hr: "Ovo bi bio savršen poklon za moju djevojčinu obitelj," dodao je Toni, jednako uporni.En: "This would be the perfect gift for my girlfriend's family," added Toni, equally persistent.Hr: Nakon kratke rasprave, Ivana se nasmijala i predložila: "Što kažeš na 'Kamen, škare, papir'?En: After a brief discussion, Ivana laughed and suggested, "How about 'Rock, paper, scissors'?Hr: Na taj način možemo odlučiti tko ga dobiva.En: That way we can decide who gets it."Hr: " Toni je, videći priliku za zabavu, pristao.En: Toni, seeing an opportunity for fun, agreed.Hr: "Dogovoreno.En: "Deal."Hr: "Osim što su igrali, brzo su postali rivali.En: Besides just playing, they quickly became rivals.Hr: Ivana je znalačno gledala Tonija, a on je pokušavao naslutiti njen sljedeći potez.En: Ivana glanced knowingly at Toni, and he tried to guess her next move.Hr: Prvih nekoliko rundi završilo je izjednačeno.En: The first few rounds ended in a tie.Hr: Svaki put kad bi jedan od njih pomislio da će pobijediti, drugi bi izvukao istu kombinaciju.En: Every time one thought they would win, the other would produce the same combination.Hr: Njihov smijeh obuzimao je promatrače oko njih.En: Their laughter engulfed the surrounding onlookers.Hr: Napetost je rasla, ali i zabava.En: The tension was rising, but so was the fun.Hr: Na kraju, oboje su shvatili koliko je bilo zabavno pokušavati nadmudriti drugog, više nego biti pobjednik.En: In the end, they both realized how much fun it was to try to outsmart the other, more than actually winning.Hr: Toni se nasmijao: "Nogama smo i rukama došli do nikakvog rješenja, što kažeš da ga damo na dobrotvornu aukciju?En: Toni laughed, "We’re getting nowhere with this, what do you say we donate it for a charity auction?"Hr: " Ivana se nasmijala, klimnula glavom u znak slaganja: "Divna ideja.En: Ivana laughed, nodding in agreement: "Wonderful idea.Hr: Tako će možda uljepšati Božić nekome drugome.En: Maybe it will brighten someone else's Christmas."Hr: "Prodavač sa štanda također se smijao.En: The vendor at the booth was laughing too.Hr: "Ovo je najljepša prodaja koju sam danas vidio.En: "This is the most beautiful sale I've seen today."Hr: "Ivana i Toni podijelili su trošak, zadovoljni što su pronašli rješenje koje će donijeti toplinu i radost.En: Ivana and Toni shared the cost, satisfied with finding a solution that would bring warmth and joy.Hr: "Još uvijek se možemo naći na kuhanom vinu i slavlju kod Zvončaca?En: "We can still meet up for mulled wine and celebration at Zvončac?"Hr: " predložila je Ivana.En: suggested Ivana.Hr: "Naravno," odgovorio je Toni, uljuljan idejom novog prijateljstva.En: "Of course," replied Toni, warmed by the idea of a new friendship.Hr: Dok su šetali dalje kroz trg, grad je svjetlucao oko njih, a zrak je mirisao na čuda i mogućnosti.En: As they walked further through the square, the city sparkled around them, and the air smelled of wonders and possibilities.Hr: Naučili su da nije uvijek važno pobijediti, nego što dijeliš s drugima.En: They learned that it's not always important to win, but what you share with others.Hr: Možda nije imala luksuzan ukras za svoju kolekciju ili onaj koji će odmah očarati njegovu buduću obitelj, ali oboje su imali nešto mnogo vrednije — novog prijatelja i duh Božića u srcu.En: She might not have had a luxurious ornament for her collection or one that would immediately charm his future family, but both had something far more valuable—a new friend and the spirit of Christmas in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:marble: mramorna pločasparkling: blještavihmulled: kuhanogprocure: nabavitibooths: štandovimaornament: ukrasmandala: mandaledecorated: ukrašenogdeterminant: odlučnerival: rivaliopportunity: prilikuonlookers: promatračetension: napetostcharity: dobrotvornuauction: aukcijuvendor: prodavačengulfed: obuzimaooutsmart: nadmudritipersistent: uporniglanced: znalačnoluxurious: luksuzanwarmed: uljuljanresolved: riješenomiracles: čudapossibilities: mogućnostiengulf: obuzimaodeterminant: odlučnesmelled: mirisaolayer: slojlaughter: smijeh

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: A Starlit New Year: Luka's Magical Inn Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-28-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Snijeg je nježno prekrivao Plitvička jezera, stvarajući očaravajući prizor.En: The snow gently covered Plitvička jezera, creating an enchanting scene.Hr: U gostionici kraj jezera, Luka je promatrao kroz prozor, zamišljajući kako bi mogao izgledati savršeni novogodišnji ukras.En: In the inn by the lake, Luka watched through the window, imagining what the perfect New Year's decoration might look like.Hr: Kao upravitelj gostionice, osjećao je pritisak.En: As the inn manager, he felt the pressure.Hr: Htio je zadovoljiti sve goste, ali i dokazati sebi da može voditi tim.En: He wanted to satisfy all the guests but also prove to himself that he could lead a team.Hr: Ukrašavanje gostionice uoči Nove godine bio je poseban zadatak.En: Decorating the inn for New Year’s was a special task.Hr: Ivana, njegova kolegica, već je smišljala lude ideje.En: Ivana, his colleague, was already coming up with crazy ideas.Hr: "Trebamo svjetlucave lampice posvuda!En: "We need sparkling lights everywhere!Hr: I možda ledene skulpture!En: And maybe ice sculptures!"Hr: " povikala je entuzijastično.En: she shouted enthusiastically.Hr: S druge strane, Marko, tihi, ali pouzdani domar, savjetovao je da budu praktični.En: On the other hand, Marko, the quiet but reliable janitor, advised practicality.Hr: "Imamo ograničene resurse.En: "We have limited resources.Hr: Možda bismo trebali koristiti materijale koje već imamo.En: Maybe we should use materials we already have."Hr: "Luka je stajao između njihovih prijedloga, osjećajući se razapeto.En: Luka stood between their suggestions, feeling torn.Hr: Trebao je donijeti odluku koja će sve zadovoljiti.En: He needed to make a decision that would satisfy everyone.Hr: Pomislio je na prirodnu ljepotu Plitvičkih jezera i odlučio da ukrasi trebaju biti u skladu s tim.En: He thought of the natural beauty of Plitvička jezera and decided that the decorations should be in harmony with it.Hr: Nakon dugog razmišljanja, Luka je predložio kompromis.En: After much thought, Luka proposed a compromise.Hr: "Zašto ne bismo napravili prirodne ukrase?En: "Why don't we make natural decorations?Hr: Možemo iskoristiti borove grančice, češere i ledom ukrašene svijeće.En: We can use pine branches, cones, and ice-adorned candles.Hr: A Ivana, tvoje lampice mogu osvijetliti staze.En: And Ivana, your lights can illuminate the paths."Hr: "Ekipa se složila s planom.En: The team agreed with the plan.Hr: Svatko je imao svoju ulogu, a Luka je prvi put osjetio da zaista vodi tim.En: Everyone had their role, and for the first time, Luka felt like he was truly leading the team.Hr: No, samo dan prije dočeka Nove godine, dogodio se neočekivani problem – nestalo je struje.En: However, just a day before New Year's Eve, an unexpected problem occurred—there was a power outage.Hr: Panika je zavladala, ali Luka nije dopustio da ih to obeshrabri.En: Panic ensued, but Luka didn't let it discourage them.Hr: "Ne možemo odustati sada!En: "We can't give up now!Hr: Moramo iskoristiti svijeće i lampione," rekao je Luka odlučno.En: We have to use candles and lanterns," Luka said decisively.Hr: Ivana je brzo ponudila kreativna rješenja za postavljanje svijeća, a Marko je pronašao način kako stabilizirati lampione u snijegu.En: Ivana quickly offered creative solutions for setting up the candles, and Marko found a way to stabilize the lanterns in the snow.Hr: Kad su se proširile vijesti o improviziranom, ali čarobnom okruženju, gosti su počeli stizati iz svih krajeva.En: When word spread about the improvised but magical setting, guests started arriving from all over.Hr: Zvjezdani sjaj i plamen svijeća stvarali su poseban ugođaj koji nitko nije očekivao.En: The starlit glow and candle flames created a special atmosphere that no one anticipated.Hr: Te je noći Luka gledao goste kako uživaju.En: That night, Luka watched the guests enjoy themselves.Hr: Naučio je nešto važno: povjerenje u svoju ekipu i upornost vode ka uspjehu.En: He learned something important: trust in his team and perseverance lead to success.Hr: Plitvička gostionica sjala je u punom sjaju, a nad Plitvicama je zasjala zvijezda, noseći nadu u skori dolazak Nove godine.En: The Plitvička inn shone in full splendor, and a star shone over Plitvice, bringing hope for the soon arrival of the New Year. Vocabulary Words:gently: nježnoenchanting: očaravajućiinn: gostionicaimagining: zamišljajućimanager: upraviteljsatisfy: zadovoljiticolleague: kolegicasculptures: skulptureenthusiastically: entuzijastičnoreliable: pouzdanipracticality: praktičniresources: resursecompromise: kompromisadorned: ukrašeneilluminate: osvijetlitirole: ulogapower outage: nestalo strujepanic: panikadiscourage: obeshrabridecisively: odlučnooffered: ponudilalanterns: lampionistabilize: stabiliziratiimprovised: improviziranomguests: gostianticipated: očekivaoperseverance: upornostsuccess: uspjehsplendor: sjajustarlit: zvjezdani

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: From Lost Inspiration to New Beginnings by the Adriatic Sea Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-27-23-34-02-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Bilo je hladno zimsko jutro na obali Jadranskog mora.En: It was a cold winter morning on the coast of the Jadranskog mora.Hr: Sunce je sjalo, ali zrak je bio svjež i pun soli.En: The sun was shining, but the air was fresh and filled with salt.Hr: Ivan je stajao ispred svoje male radionice.En: Ivan was standing in front of his small workshop.Hr: Gledao je more i pitao se kad će opet pronaći inspiraciju.En: He looked at the sea and wondered when he would find inspiration again.Hr: Bio je lokalni umjetnik, poznat po drvenim skulpturama.En: He was a local artist, known for his wooden sculptures.Hr: No, u posljednje vrijeme, sve mu je izgledalo isto.En: But lately, everything seemed the same to him.Hr: Ana je upravo stigla iz Zagreba.En: Ana had just arrived from Zagreba.Hr: Trebala je mir.En: She needed peace.Hr: Grad je bio previše užurban za njezin umoran duh.En: The city was too hectic for her tired spirit.Hr: Odlučila je provesti Novu godinu na moru.En: She decided to spend the New Year by the sea.Hr: Šetajući uskim ulicama, osjetila je kako joj opada teret s duše.En: Walking through narrow streets, she felt the weight lift from her soul.Hr: Privukla ju je Ivanova radionica.En: She was drawn to Ivan’s workshop.Hr: Pločica s natpisom 'Umjetnička radionica' stajala je iznad vrata.En: A sign with the words 'Umjetnička radionica' hung above the door.Hr: Ivan je primijetio kako Ana razgleda.En: Ivan noticed Ana looking around.Hr: Nasmiješio se i rekao: "Dobrodošli!En: He smiled and said, "Welcome!Hr: Želite li razgledati?En: Would you like to take a look?"Hr: " Ana je osjetila iskreni interes u njegovom glasu i kimnula.En: Ana sensed the genuine interest in his voice and nodded.Hr: Ušli su zajedno.En: They went in together.Hr: Ivanu je bilo drago pokazati svoj rad.En: Ivan was glad to show his work.Hr: Ana je pažljivo slušala, uvodeći ga u razgovor o umjetnosti i životu.En: Ana listened intently, engaging him in a conversation about art and life.Hr: Rekao je: "U posljednje vrijeme osjećam kao da sam izgubio taj plamen.En: He said, "Lately, I feel like I've lost that spark."Hr: " Ana je znala taj osjećaj.En: Ana knew that feeling.Hr: Pričala mu je o stresu i nesigurnosti u poslu.En: She told him about the stress and uncertainty in her job.Hr: Večer je stigla, a s njom i Nova godina.En: Evening came, and with it, the New Year.Hr: Odlučili su otići na rivu gdje su se ljudi okupili za vatromet.En: They decided to go to the promenade where people gathered for fireworks.Hr: Stajali su zajedno, gledajući u zvjezdano nebo.En: They stood together, looking at the starry sky.Hr: Oko ponoći, nebo je zasjalo u svim bojama.En: Around midnight, the sky lit up in all colors.Hr: Bilo je čarobno.En: It was magical.Hr: Svatko od njih osjećao je da njihov susret nije bio slučajan.En: Each of them felt that their meeting wasn't by chance.Hr: Ivan je rekao: "S tobom sam ponovno osjetio radost u stvaranju.En: Ivan said, "With you, I felt the joy of creation again."Hr: " Ana se nasmiješila i rekla: "Ti si mi dao novi pogled na stvari.En: Ana smiled and said, "You've given me a new perspective on things.Hr: Nisam jedina u svojim mislima.En: I'm not alone in my thoughts."Hr: " Dijelili su svoje priče iz prošle godine i shvatili da su, usprkos razlikama, vrlo slični.En: They shared their stories from the past year and realized that despite their differences, they were very similar.Hr: Na povratku, razgovarali su o budućnosti.En: On the way back, they talked about the future.Hr: Dogovorili su se da će ostati u kontaktu i međusobno se podržavati.En: They agreed to stay in contact and support each other.Hr: Nad morem su sada već titrali svijetli tragovi raketa, dok su grlili novi osjećaj nade.En: Over the sea, the bright trails of fireworks already flickered, as they embraced a new feeling of hope.Hr: Kada je kucnuo sat na trgu, ušli su zajedno u novu godinu.En: When the clock struck at the square, they entered the new year together.Hr: Ivan je ponovno pronašao iskrice u svojoj mašti, a Ana je osjetila unutarnji mir i smjer.En: Ivan found sparks in his imagination once more, and Ana felt inner peace and direction.Hr: Bilo je jasno, obojica su krenuli naprijed, zajedno i snažniji.En: It was clear, they both moved forward, together and stronger. Vocabulary Words:coast: obalaworkshop: radionicasculptures: skulpturehectic: užurbanweight: teretgenuine: iskreniintently: pažljivoengaging: uvodećispark: plamenuncertainty: nesigurnostpromenade: rivastarry: zvjezdanolit up: zasjalomagical: čarobnocreation: stvaranjeperspective: pogledstories: pričedespite: usprkosdifferences: razlikeflickered: titralifireworks: vatrometembraced: grliliimagination: maštainner peace: unutarnji mirdirection: smjerforward: naprijedstronger: snažnijistruck: kucnuoenter: ućilocal: lokalni

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: A Winter's Tale: Friendship and Inspiration in Dubrovnik Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-27-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: U srcu malog sela kraj Dubrovnika, zima je obasipala ulice bijelim pokrivačem.En: In the heart of a small village near Dubrovnik, winter was covering the streets with a white blanket.Hr: Luka je hodao kamenim ulicama, gledajući blistave božićne lampice koje su krasile prozore starih kuća.En: Luka walked along the cobblestone streets, looking at the sparkling Christmas lights adorning the windows of old houses.Hr: Bio je to poseban trenutak godine, ispunjen mirisom kuhanog vina i zvukom zborskih pjesama.En: It was a special time of year, filled with the scent of mulled wine and the sound of choir songs.Hr: Luka je bio marljiv učenik.En: Luka was a diligent student.Hr: Uvijek spreman učiti i postići više.En: Always ready to learn and achieve more.Hr: Sada je bio suočen s izazovom: zimski projekt za dodatne bodove.En: Now he was faced with a challenge: a winter project for extra credit.Hr: No, umjesto inspiracije, osjećao se blokiran.En: But instead of inspiration, he felt blocked.Hr: Luka je lutao sela, tražeći ideje, ali misli su mu bježale prema prazničnoj vrevi.En: Luka wandered through the village, searching for ideas, but his thoughts kept drifting toward the holiday bustle.Hr: Tada je sreo Anju i Marka.En: That's when he met Anja and Marko.Hr: Anja je bila puna života, njezina umjetnička duša uvijek je nalazila ljepotu u svakodnevnom.En: Anja was full of life, her artistic soul always finding beauty in the everyday.Hr: Marko, tihi promatrač, često je imao neočekivane uvide koji su iznenađivali sve oko njega.En: Marko, the quiet observer, often had unexpected insights that surprised everyone around him.Hr: Luka je odlučio pridružiti im se.En: Luka decided to join them.Hr: Možda bi zajedno pronašli put do rješenja.En: Perhaps together they could find a way to a solution.Hr: Trojac je krenuo istraživati selo, šetajući uz more, gdje su valovi zapljuskivali obalu.En: The trio set off to explore the village, walking along the sea, where the waves lapped against the shore.Hr: Dok su hodali, topao vjetar puhao je s mora noseći sa sobom miris soli.En: As they walked, a warm wind blew from the sea, carrying with it the scent of salt.Hr: Uskoro su stigli do stare knjižare na rubu trga.En: Soon they reached an old bookstore on the edge of the square.Hr: Iznutra se čuo tiho šuštanje stranica.En: From inside, a soft rustling of pages could be heard.Hr: Unutar knjižare, otkrili su pravi rudnik povijesti.En: Inside the bookstore, they discovered a true mine of history.Hr: Prašnjave police skrivale su priče o slavnim ljudima i događajima koji su oblikovali njihovu regiju.En: Dusty shelves hid stories of famous people and events that shaped their region.Hr: Luka je razrogačio oči shvativši kako bi mogli povezati te priče sa svojim projektom.En: Luka's eyes widened as he realized how they could connect these stories with their project.Hr: Radili su naporno, istraživali, zapisivali i iscrtavali povijesne veze.En: They worked hard, researching, writing, and mapping historical connections.Hr: Luka je pronašao novu energiju, vođen Anjinim kreativnim idejama i Markovim promišljenim prijedlozima.En: Luka found new energy, guided by Anja's creative ideas and Marko's thoughtful suggestions.Hr: Uz svu tu pomoć, njegov projekt dobio je oblik koji nikad ne bi mogao sam postići.En: With all that help, his project took on a shape he could never have achieved alone.Hr: Napokon, dan prezentacije je stigao.En: Finally, the day of the presentation arrived.Hr: Selo je još uvijek bilo pod velom zime, ali u školskoj učionici odjekivala je toplina prijateljstva i postignuća.En: The village was still under winter's veil, but in the classroom, there echoed the warmth of friendship and accomplishment.Hr: Luka je stajao s Anjom i Markom, spreman predstaviti njihov rad.En: Luka stood with Anja and Marko, ready to present their work.Hr: Kada su završili, učionicom se začuo pljesak.En: When they finished, applause filled the classroom.Hr: Njihov trud bio je prepoznat.En: Their effort was recognized.Hr: Luki je srce bilo ispunjeno ponosom.En: Luka's heart was filled with pride.Hr: Naučio je vrijednost timskog rada i dobio novo samopouzdanje u svoje sposobnosti.En: He had learned the value of teamwork and gained new confidence in his abilities.Hr: Dubrovnik je još jednom zasjao, a Božić i Nova godina bili su savršeni trenutak za novo prijateljstvo i inspiraciju.En: Dubrovnik once again shone, and Christmas and New Year were the perfect times for new friendship and inspiration.Hr: Zima je nastavljala da šapuće priče kroz sretno selo, a Luka, Anja i Marko ostali su povezani iskustvom koje ih je zauvijek promijenilo.En: Winter continued to whisper tales through the happy village, and Luka, Anja, and Marko remained connected by an experience that changed them forever. Vocabulary Words:blanket: pokrivačcobblestone: kameneadorn: krasitimulled wine: kuhano vinochoir: zbordiligent: marljivchallenge: izazovinspiration: inspiracijadrift: bježatibustle: vrevaobserver: promatračshore: obalawarm wind: topao vjetarbookstore: knjižararustling: šuštanjepages: stranicemine: rudnikdusty: prašnjavhistorical: povijesniaccomplishment: postignućeapplause: pljesakconfidence: samopouzdanjeveil: velecho: odjekivatifriendship: prijateljstvopride: ponosguidance: vođenjeshape: oblikconnection: vezainsight: uvid

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Tasting Memories: A Journey Through Dubrovnik's Winter Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-26-23-34-02-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Hladan zimski vjetar puhao je kroz ulice Dubrovnika, noseći sa sobom miris crnogoričnih grančica i svježe pečenih oraha.En: A cold winter wind was blowing through the streets of Dubrovnik, carrying with it the scent of conifer branches and freshly roasted walnuts.Hr: Božićne lampice svjetlucale su na svakom kutu, stvarajući veselu atmosferu.En: Christmas lights twinkled at every corner, creating a cheerful atmosphere.Hr: Ivan i Ana polako su hodali prema tržnici, dok su pahulje snijega nježno padale oko njih.En: Ivan and Ana walked slowly towards the market, as snowflakes gently fell around them.Hr: „Ivan, sigurno ćemo naći sve što ti treba“, rekla je Ana vedro, gledajući ga s osmijehom.En: "Ivan, we’re sure to find everything you need," said Ana cheerfully, looking at him with a smile.Hr: „Nadam se“, odgovorio je Ivan, pomalo zabrinuto.En: "I hope so," replied Ivan, somewhat worried.Hr: Nedostajao mu je bakin božićni stol, i želio je ponovno osjetiti taj zaboravljeni okus djetinjstva.En: He missed his grandmother's Christmas table and wanted to experience that forgotten taste of childhood again.Hr: Danas su tražili sastojke za tradicionalnu večeru koju je njegova baka uvijek pravila.En: Today, they were searching for ingredients for the traditional dinner his grandmother always made.Hr: Dok su prolazili između štandova, tržnica je bila prepuna ljudi.En: As they passed between the stalls, the market was full of people.Hr: Bili su tu prodavači s raznim začinima, svježim voćem i povrćem, te mesari koji su glasno nudili najbolje rezove mesa.En: There were vendors with various spices, fresh fruits and vegetables, and butchers loudly offering the best cuts of meat.Hr: „Pogledaj“, rekla je Ana, pokazujući štand prepun svježeg povrća.En: "Look," said Ana, pointing to a stall full of fresh vegetables.Hr: „Možda ovdje možemo naći domaći kupus.En: "Maybe we can find some homemade cabbage here."Hr: “Ivan je klimnuo i prišao štandu.En: Ivan nodded and approached the stall.Hr: Popričali su s bakicom koja je iza štanda prodavala svoj domaći uzgoj.En: They chatted with an old lady behind the stall who was selling her homegrown produce.Hr: Na kraju su pronašli sve začine i povrće koje im je bilo potrebno, osim jednog važnog sastojka: suhe šljive.En: In the end, they found all the spices and vegetables they needed, except for one important ingredient: dried plums.Hr: „Što ćemo sada?En: "What do we do now?"Hr: “ upitao je Ivan, osjećajući laganu frustraciju.En: asked Ivan, feeling a slight frustration.Hr: „Ne brini“, rekla je Ana odlučno.En: "Don't worry," Ana said determinedly.Hr: „Prošetajmo još malo.En: "Let’s walk a bit more."Hr: “Njihova potraga ih je dovela do malog, skrivenog štanda u kutu tržnice.En: Their search led them to a small, hidden stall in the corner of the market.Hr: Starac iza štanda je već pakirao svoje stvari.En: The old man behind the stall was already packing up his things.Hr: Ana ga je brzo upitala ima li još suhih šljiva.En: Ana quickly asked him if he still had any dried plums.Hr: „Imam nekoliko“, rekao je starac toplo i pokazao malu vrećicu.En: "I have a few," the old man said warmly and showed a small bag.Hr: To nije bilo savršeno, ali to je bilo sve što su imali.En: It wasn't perfect, but it was all they had.Hr: Ivan je oklijevao na trenutak, ali je odlučio kupiti ih.En: Ivan hesitated for a moment but decided to buy them.Hr: Vratili su se Ivanu kući, sretni što su barem pronašli nešto.En: They returned to Ivan's home, happy that they at least found something.Hr: Kuhali su zajedno, Ana pomažući Ivanu s receptom.En: They cooked together, Ana helping Ivan with the recipe.Hr: Mirisi su ispunjavali kuću, a toplina pećnice tjerala je van hladnoću zime.En: The house filled with scents, and the warmth from the oven drove the winter chill away.Hr: Večera je bila gotova.En: Dinner was ready.Hr: Za stolom su sjedili Ivan, Ana i Ivanova obitelj.En: At the table sat Ivan, Ana, and Ivan's family.Hr: Jeli su uz smijeh i priče, a okus je bio nešto drugačiji, ali ispunjen ljubavlju i prisjećanjima.En: They ate with laughter and stories, and the taste was somewhat different, but filled with love and memories.Hr: „Hvala, Ana“, rekao je Ivan, shvaćajući kako su važniji trenutci provedeni zajedno nego savršena reprodukcija recepta.En: "Thank you, Ana," said Ivan, realizing how moments spent together are more important than the perfect replication of a recipe.Hr: „Nema na čemu“, odgovorila je Ana s osmijehom.En: "You're welcome," Ana replied with a smile.Hr: Blagdanska radost ispunila je kuću, a Ivan je shvatio da je pravo bogatstvo u prijateljstvu i obitelji.En: Holiday joy filled the house, and Ivan realized that true wealth lies in friendship and family. Vocabulary Words:conifer: crnogoričantwinkled: svjetlucalemarket: tržnicasnowflakes: pahulje snijegacheerfully: vedroworried: zabrinutoforgotten: zaboravljeniingredients: sastojcivendors: prodavačibutchers: mesarihomemade: domaćiproduce: uzgojslight: laganufrustration: frustracijudeterminedly: odlučnohidden: skrivenoghesitated: oklijevaorecipe: receptscents: mirisioven: pećnicechill: hladnoćulaughter: smijehreplication: reprodukcijawealth: bogatstvofriendship: prijateljstvowarmly: toplopacked up: pakiraocorner: kutimportant: važnogatmosphere: atmosfera

Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Warm Connections Amid Ancient Stones: A Winter in Split Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-26-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Zima je u Splitu.En: Winter in Split.Hr: Zrak je hladan, ali srce Dioklecijanove palače puno je života.En: The air is cold, but the heart of Diocletian's Palace is full of life.Hr: S kamenih zidina svjetlucaju lampice, a miris kuhanog vina i fritula širi se ulicama.En: Lights twinkle from the stone walls, and the scent of mulled wine and fritulas spreads through the streets.Hr: Karlo, Ana i Ivana dolaze u posjet.En: Karlo, Ana, and Ivana come for a visit.Hr: Blagdanski odmor donosi priliku za mali bijeg od svakodnevice.En: The holiday break offers a chance for a small escape from everyday life.Hr: Karlo je oduvijek volio povijest.En: Karlo has always loved history.Hr: Palača ga privlači.En: The palace attracts him.Hr: Taj stari kamen priča priče.En: Those old stones tell stories.Hr: "Želim da ovo bude posebno za nas," kaže on.En: "I want this to be special for us," he says.Hr: Ana sumnja.En: Ana is doubtful.Hr: "Moramo se vratiti na vrijeme.En: "We have to get back on time.Hr: Imamo obiteljsku večeru!En: We have a family dinner!"Hr: " Ivana je sanjarska, misli o novoj slici koju želi naslikati.En: Ivana is dreamy, thinking about a new painting she wants to create.Hr: Krenuli su kroz Trg Peristil.En: They set off through Peristil Square.Hr: Karlo je počeo pričati o caru Dioklecijanu.En: Karlo starts talking about Emperor Diocletian.Hr: "Palača je sagrađena kao njegovo povlačenje za mirovinu," objašnjava on dok pokazuje na masivne stupove.En: "The palace was built as his retreat for retirement," he explains while pointing to the massive columns.Hr: Ana ga sluša, ali u mislima je kod kuće.En: Ana listens to him, but her thoughts are at home.Hr: Ivana gleda gore, u kamene detalje i zamišlja boje.En: Ivana looks up at the stone details and imagines colors.Hr: Usred šetnje, Karlo osjeti trenutak.En: Midway through the walk, Karlo senses a moment.Hr: "Zašto vas ne uključim?En: "Why not involve you?Hr: Ana, možeš li slikati?En: Ana, can you take pictures?Hr: Ivana, možeš li zapisati što vidiš?En: Ivana, can you jot down what you see?"Hr: " Ana uzdahne, ali uzima telefon.En: Ana sighs but takes out her phone.Hr: Ivana se nasmije i počne skicirati.En: Ivana smiles and starts sketching.Hr: Dok šetaju dalje, začuju glazbu.En: As they walk further, they hear music.Hr: Pred njima je festival.En: In front of them is a festival.Hr: Lokalni ljudi su u tradicionalnim odorama.En: Local people are in traditional costumes.Hr: Karlo je oduševljen.En: Karlo is delighted.Hr: "Ovo je divno!En: "This is wonderful!"Hr: " kaže.En: he says.Hr: Ana se opušta, suosjećajući s veseljem.En: Ana relaxes, sympathizing with the joy.Hr: Ivana vidi inspiraciju za novi projekt.En: Ivana sees inspiration for a new project.Hr: "Ovo je baš pravo mjesto za umjetnost," primijeti.En: "This is just the right place for art," she notes.Hr: Dok sjede i gledaju izvedbe, Ana priznaje: "Nisam mislila da će ovo biti zabavno.En: As they sit and watch the performances, Ana admits, "I didn't think this would be fun.Hr: Hvala, Karlo.En: Thanks, Karlo."Hr: " Ivana dodaje: "Imam toliko ideja za slike!En: Ivana adds, "I have so many ideas for paintings!"Hr: " Karlo se osmjehuje.En: Karlo smiles.Hr: Naučio je slušati, cijeniti.En: He has learned to listen, to appreciate.Hr: Ana se otvara novim avanturama, Ivana pronalazi inspiraciju.En: Ana is opening up to new adventures, Ivana finds inspiration.Hr: Zajedno su stvorili uspomene, baš onakve kakve je Karlo želio.En: Together they’ve created memories, just the ones Karlo wanted.Hr: Dok hodaju prema izlazu iz palače, pogledaju još jednom oko sebe.En: As they walk toward the exit of the palace, they look around once more.Hr: Zima u Splitu sada se čini toplija.En: Winter in Split now seems warmer.Hr: Palača više nije samo kamen.En: The palace is no longer just stone.Hr: To je mjesto gdje su pronalazili povezanost i zajedništvo.En: It's a place where they found connection and togetherness. Vocabulary Words:twinkle: svjetlucajumulled wine: kuhano vinoscent: mirisholiday break: blagdanski odmorescape: bijegretreat: povlačenjeretirement: mirovinamassive: masivnecolumns: stupovejot down: zapisatisighs: uzdahnesketching: skiciratifestival: festivalcostumes: odoredelighted: oduševljensympathizing: suosjećajućiinspiration: inspiracijuperformances: izvedbeadmit: priznajememories: uspomenetogetherness: zajedništvoconnection: povezanostheart: srcevisit: posjetdoubtful: sumnjadreamy: sanjarskasenses: osjetiappreciate: cijenitiadventures: avanturamaimagine: zamišlja