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Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

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  • Finding Joy in a Winter Wonderland: A Christmas Tale in Dubrovnik

    Finding Joy in a Winter Wonderland: A Christmas Tale in Dubrovnik
    Dec 23 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Finding Joy in a Winter Wonderland: A Christmas Tale in Dubrovnik Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-23-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Dubrovnik, zimska bajka.En: Dubrovnik, a winter fairy tale.Hr: Snježne pahulje padale su lagano, pokrivajući stari kamen i stvarajući čaroban ugođaj.En: Snowflakes were gently falling, covering the old stones and creating a magical atmosphere.Hr: Ivana je šetala starim gradom, uživajući u toplini božićnih lampica i mirisu kuhanog vina.En: Ivana was walking through the old town, enjoying the warmth of Christmas lights and the smell of mulled wine.Hr: Slavlje i radost vladali su svakim kutkom.En: Celebration and joy filled every corner.Hr: Božićni sajam nudio je rukotvorine, tradicijske kolače i veselu glazbu.En: The Christmas market offered handicrafts, traditional cakes, and cheerful music.Hr: Ivana je putovala sama.En: Ivana was traveling alone.Hr: Nedavno se rastala od dugogodišnjeg dečka i nada se da će u Dubrovniku pronaći malo mira i zaboraviti tugu.En: She had recently broken up with her long-term boyfriend and hoped to find some peace in Dubrovnik and forget her sorrow.Hr: Dok je hodala kamenitim ulicama, uživala je u svakom trenutku.En: As she walked the cobblestone streets, she enjoyed every moment.Hr: Svijet prošlih problema činio se dalekim.En: The world of past problems seemed distant.Hr: Odjednom, Ivana je stala na neravni kamen.En: Suddenly, Ivana stepped on an uneven stone.Hr: Osjetila je oštru bol koja se širila gležnjem.En: She felt a sharp pain spreading through her ankle.Hr: Pala je na koljeno.En: She fell to her knee.Hr: Htjela je ustati, ali bol je bila prejaka.En: She wanted to get up, but the pain was too strong.Hr: Ljudi oko nje hodali su dalje, uživajući u atmosferi, ali Ivana je bila sama i ozlijeđena.En: People around her kept walking, enjoying the atmosphere, but Ivana was alone and injured.Hr: Marko, mladić s osmijehom koji osvaja, primijetio je Ivanu u nevolji.En: Marko, a young man with a winning smile, noticed Ivana in distress.Hr: Krenuo je prema njoj.En: He approached her.Hr: "Trebate pomoć?" upitao je ljubazno.En: "Do you need help?" he asked kindly.Hr: Ivana je neodlučno kimnula glavom.En: Ivana hesitantly nodded.Hr: Osjećala se bespomoćno, a nije voljela tražiti pomoć.En: She felt helpless and didn't like asking for help.Hr: Marko je pomogao Ivani do klupe.En: Marko helped Ivana to a bench.Hr: Sjeo je pored nje i upitao: "Jeste li u redu?"En: He sat next to her and asked, "Are you okay?"Hr: Ivana je uzdahnula.En: Ivana sighed.Hr: "Samo sam htjela zaboraviti na stvari, ali sada ovo...," rekla je, pokazujući gležanj.En: "I just wanted to forget about things, but now this...," she said, pointing to her ankle.Hr: "Zbilja mi treba malo božićnog duha."En: "I really need a bit of Christmas spirit."Hr: Marko se nasmiješio.En: Marko smiled.Hr: "Znam kako vam je, ali niste sami.En: "I know how you feel, but you're not alone.Hr: Tu sam da pomognem."En: I'm here to help."Hr: Duboko je udahnula, osjećajući se lakše.En: She took a deep breath, feeling relieved.Hr: Njegova briga i toplina bili su utješni.En: His concern and warmth were comforting.Hr: S vremenom, Marko je pronašao kolica koja je iznajmio za Ivanu.En: In time, Marko found a wheelchair that he rented for Ivana.Hr: "Idemo istražiti grad, samo na drugi način," rekao je veselo.En: "Let's explore the city, just in a different way," he said cheerfully.Hr: Ivana se nasmijala prvi put tog dana.En: Ivana laughed for the first time that day.Hr: Skupa su obilazili ključna mjesta, uživali u prizorima i zvucima grada.En: Together, they visited key spots, enjoying the sights and sounds of the city.Hr: Razgovarali su o svemu i svačemu, zaboravljajući na vrijeme.En: They talked about everything and nothing, forgetting about the time.Hr: Kada je dan završio, Ivana je shvatila da se osjeća bolje.En: When the day ended, Ivana realized she felt better.Hr: "Hvala ti, Marko," rekla je, osjećajući toplinu.En: "Thank you, Marko," she said, feeling warmth.Hr: "Ovo mi je stvarno trebalo."En: "I really needed this."Hr: "Bilo je zadovoljstvo," odgovorio je Marko.En: "It was my pleasure," Marko replied.Hr: "Božić je za dijeljenje, zar ne?"En: "Christmas is for sharing, right?"Hr: Ivana je shvatila da primanje pomoći nije slabost, nego snaga zajedništva.En: Ivana realized that accepting help is not a weakness, but a strength of togetherness.Hr: U toj zimskoj magiji Dubrovnika, otkrila je iskrenu sreću i osjećaj pripadnosti.En: In that winter magic of Dubrovnik, she discovered genuine happiness and a sense of belonging. Vocabulary Words:snowflakes: pahuljegently: laganocobblestone: kamenitimuneven: neravnispread: širilaanxious: neodlučnodistant: dalekimcelebration: slavljehandicrafts: rukotvorinehesitantly: neodlučnofamiliar: poznatosolitude: samoćaconcern: ...
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  • The Inflatable Snowman: A Christmas Miracle at Zagrebački Market

    The Inflatable Snowman: A Christmas Miracle at Zagrebački Market
    Dec 22 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Croatian: The Inflatable Snowman: A Christmas Miracle at Zagrebački Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-22-23-34-02-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Zagrebački božićni sajam blistao je u punom sjaju.En: The Zagrebački Christmas market was shining in all its glory.Hr: Svjetlucave lampice obasjavale su drvene štandove, a miris kuhanog vina i pečenih kestena širio se zrakom.En: Sparkling lights illuminated the wooden stalls, and the scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts filled the air.Hr: Jasna je hodala od štanda do štanda, tražeći savršeni božićni ukras.En: Jasna was walking from stall to stall, searching for the perfect Christmas ornament.Hr: Njene oči sjajile su od uzbuđenja dok je zamišljala kako će ukrasiti svoj stan.En: Her eyes gleamed with excitement as she imagined how she would decorate her apartment.Hr: Jasna je primijetila šareni plakat na kojem je pisalo "Božićni ukrasi - Sniženje!"En: Jasna noticed a colorful poster that read “Christmas Ornaments - Sale!”Hr: Stanoviti Ivan, prodavač toplog osmijeha, stajao je iza štanda.En: A certain Ivan, a vendor with a warm smile, stood behind the stall.Hr: Njegova ljubaznost ulijevala je povjerenje.En: His kindness inspired trust.Hr: Jasna je opazila malu kutiju s crveno-bijelim snjegovićem na naslovnoj strani.En: Jasna noticed a small box with a red and white snowman on the cover.Hr: "Savršeno," pomislila je.En: “Perfect,” she thought.Hr: Od trenutne sreće, nije primijetila sitne znakove na kutiji.En: In her moment of happiness, she didn’t notice the tiny signs on the box.Hr: Bez dvoumljenja, Jasna je zgrabila kutiju i platila Ivanu.En: Without hesitation, Jasna grabbed the box and paid Ivan.Hr: Krenula je dalje, ali ubrzo je shvatila da nešto nije u redu.En: She moved on, but soon realized something was wrong.Hr: Kutija je postajala sve teža.En: The box was getting heavier.Hr: Petar, njezin prijatelj iz srednje škole, prišao joj je i ponudio pomoć.En: Petar, her high school friend, approached her and offered help.Hr: "Jasna, ta kutija izgleda prilično velika.En: “Jasna, that box looks pretty big.Hr: Jesi sigurna da ti treba?" upitao je s osmijehom.En: Are you sure you need it?” he asked with a smile.Hr: Jasna se nasmijala, ali pomalo nervozno.En: Jasna laughed, but somewhat nervously.Hr: "To je samo ukras, Petre.En: “It’s just an ornament, Petar.Hr: Sve je u redu."En: Everything's fine.”Hr: Kako su se probijali kroz gomilu, Jasna je zakoračila na sklizav komad leda.En: As they pushed through the crowd, Jasna stepped on a slippery piece of ice.Hr: Kutija joj je ispala iz ruku i otvorila se.En: The box slipped from her hands and opened.Hr: U trenu, golemi snjegović počeo se napuhavati usred tržnice.En: In an instant, a giant snowman began inflating in the middle of the market.Hr: Ljudi su se okrenuli i počeli se smijati, dok su djeca oduševljeno pokazivala.En: People turned around and started laughing, while children excitedly pointed.Hr: "Hvala Bogu, nije puknulo," pomislila je naglas.En: “Thank God it didn’t pop,” she thought out loud.Hr: S obzirom na situaciju, počela se smijati zajedno s ostalima.En: Given the situation, she began to laugh along with everyone else.Hr: Petar i Ivan priskočili su u pomoć, pomažući Jasni da deflacionira snjegovića i ugura ga u auto.En: Petar and Ivan rushed to help, assisting Jasna in deflating the snowman and squeezing it into the car.Hr: Bilo je to izazovno, ali uspjeli su.En: It was challenging, but they succeeded.Hr: Na povratku kući, Jasna je shvatila da bi ovaj nezgoda mogla biti upravo ono što treba za nezaboravnu božićnu zabavu.En: On the way home, Jasna realized that this mishap might be just what she needed for an unforgettable Christmas party.Hr: I tako je golemi snjegović zauzeo središnje mjesto u njezinu dnevnom boravku.En: And so, the giant snowman took center stage in her living room.Hr: Prijatelji su dolazili, diveći se velikom, smiješnom ukrasu.En: Friends came, admiring the big, funny decoration.Hr: Jasna je, s toplim osmijehom, shvatila da nije savršenstvo to što stvara čaroliju Božića, već smijeh i zajedništvo.En: Jasna, with a warm smile, realized that it’s not perfection that creates the magic of Christmas, but laughter and togetherness.Hr: Ove zime, Jasna je naučila cijeniti neočekivano i uživati u jednostavnosti trenutka.En: This winter, Jasna learned to appreciate the unexpected and enjoy the simplicity of the moment.Hr: Snjegović je postao njezin simbol opuštenosti, a Jasna — zvijezda svih božićnih okupljanja.En: The snowman became her symbol of relaxation, and Jasna — the star of all Christmas gatherings. Vocabulary Words:glory: sjajscent: mirisgleamed: sjajileornament: ukrashesitation: dvoumljenjeslippery: sklizavinflating: napuhavatideflating: deflacioniratimishap: nezgodaunforgettable: nezaboravnatogetherness: ...
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  • Overcoming Fear: Dario's Inspiring Christmas Speech

    Overcoming Fear: Dario's Inspiring Christmas Speech
    Dec 22 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Croatian: Overcoming Fear: Dario's Inspiring Christmas Speech Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hr/episode/2025-12-22-08-38-20-hr Story Transcript:Hr: Bliži se Božić u malom gradu u Hrvatskoj.En: Christmas is approaching in a small town in Hrvatska.Hr: Školska dvorana blista u svjetlucavim lampicama.En: The school hall sparkles with shimmering lights.Hr: Veliko božićno drvce, bogato ukrašeno, stoji u sredini.En: A large Christmas tree, richly decorated, stands in the center.Hr: Dario promatra salu s ruba.En: Dario observes the hall from the edge.Hr: Srca mu lupa.En: His heart is pounding.Hr: Ivana stoji uz njega.En: Ivana stands next to him.Hr: "Možeš ti to", kaže mu nježno.En: "You can do it," she says gently.Hr: Ivana uvijek vjeruje u njega.En: Ivana always believes in him.Hr: Ona je njegova najbolja prijateljica od djetinjstva.En: She has been his best friend since childhood.Hr: Dario je tih i povučen, ali Ivana je glasna i otvorena.En: Dario is quiet and withdrawn, but Ivana is loud and open.Hr: Uz nju, Dario osjeća da može puno više nego što misli.En: With her, Dario feels he can do much more than he thinks.Hr: Na kraju školskog polugodišta, svi se okupljaju na proslavi.En: At the end of the school semester, everyone gathers for the celebration.Hr: Dario je odabran da održi govor.En: Dario has been chosen to give a speech.Hr: Ali on se boji.En: But he is afraid.Hr: Boji se pogreške, boji se publike.En: Afraid of making a mistake, afraid of the audience.Hr: "Što ako se osramotim?En: "What if I embarrass myself?"Hr: " pita Ivanu.En: he asks Ivana.Hr: "Vježbat ćemo zajedno", kaže Ivana.En: "We'll practice together," says Ivana.Hr: "Samo budi ono što jesi.En: "Just be yourself.Hr: Ljudi to žele čuti.En: People want to hear that."Hr: " S osmijehom, pomaže mu u pripremama.En: With a smile, she helps him prepare.Hr: Dani prolaze, a Dario čita naglas ispred Ivane.En: Days pass, and Dario reads aloud in front of Ivana.Hr: S vremenom, postaje sve sigurniji.En: Over time, he becomes more confident.Hr: Dolazi veliko večer.En: The big night arrives.Hr: Dario izlazi na pozornicu.En: Dario steps onto the stage.Hr: Dvorana je puna.En: The hall is full.Hr: Srce mu lupa, ali sjeća se Ivaninih riječi.En: His heart pounds, but he remembers Ivana's words.Hr: Počinje govor.En: He begins his speech.Hr: Prvo tiho, nesigurno.En: At first, it's quiet, uncertain.Hr: No, kako nastavlja, nešto se mijenja.En: But as he continues, something changes.Hr: Osjeća unutarnju snagu.En: He feels an inner strength.Hr: Njegove riječi postaju glasnije i jasnije.En: His words become louder and clearer.Hr: Publika sluša pažljivo.En: The audience listens attentively.Hr: Dario govori iz srca.En: Dario speaks from the heart.Hr: O prijateljstvu, školi, budućnosti.En: About friendship, school, the future.Hr: Kada završi, u dvorani zavlada tišina.En: When he finishes, silence reigns in the hall.Hr: A onda, aplauz.En: And then, applause.Hr: Glasni, iskreni aplauz.En: Loud, sincere applause.Hr: Dario stoji zbunjen, ali sretan.En: Dario stands confused but happy.Hr: Shvaća da je prevladao strah.En: He realizes he has conquered his fear.Hr: Osjeća se snažno, sigurno.En: He feels strong, confident.Hr: "Hvala", kima publici, a oči mu traže Ivanu.En: "Thank you," he nods to the audience, his eyes searching for Ivana.Hr: Nalazi je u publici, nasmiješenu i ponosnu.En: He finds her in the audience, smiling and proud.Hr: Te večeri, Dario postaje svjestan da može više nego što je mislio.En: That evening, Dario becomes aware he can achieve more than he thought.Hr: Ivana mu prilazi, tapše ga po ramenu.En: Ivana approaches him, pats him on the shoulder.Hr: "Rekla sam ti", smiješi se.En: "I told you so," she smiles.Hr: Dario uzvraća osmijehom.En: Dario returns the smile.Hr: Zajedno napuštaju pozornicu, dok njihovo prijateljstvo sada sjaji svjetlije nego ikad prije.En: Together, they leave the stage, their friendship now shining brighter than ever before. Vocabulary Words:approaching: bliži sesparkles: blistashimmering: svjetlucavimpounding: lupawithdrawn: povučengathers: okupljajucelebration: proslavimistake: pogreškeembarrass: osramotimpractice: vježbatiuncertain: nesigurnoattentively: pažljivostrength: snagureigns: zavladaapplause: aplauzconquered: prevladaoachieve: postićiconfused: zbunjensmiling: nasmiješenuproud: ponosnaaware: svjestantogether: zajednostage: pozornicushining: sjajifriendship: prijateljstvohelp: pomaželoud: glasnaopen: otvorenapat: tapšenods: kima
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