You understand Croatian. Now let’s get you speaking it.
Practical Croatian ebooks for expats, heritage learners and beginners who want to speak with more confidence in real life.
Who this is for
Built for the people who already live here
This is for expats living in Croatia. For people who’ve taken classes but still freeze in real conversations. For anyone who wants practical language they can actually use, not another round of grammar drills.
You understand more than you can say out loud. The words are there.
You want to handle shops, cafés, and neighbours without switching to English.
You want a clear, calm path. Not pressure, not homework, not grammar tables. Just Croatian that works in real life.
What learners say
Real learners. Real progress.
“I’ve been living in Croatia for two years and always struggled to get past ‘Hvala’. The Roadmap gave me a clear path for the first time.”
Sarah M., expat in Split
“The Roadmap gave me the structure I’d been missing. I’d tried apps and YouTube but never knew what to focus on.”
James T., Croatian heritage learner
“Sanja’s approach is so calm and practical. No pressure, no grammar overwhelm. Just real, usable Croatian.”
Emma R., expat in Rijeka
The ebooks
Three calm ways to start speaking
Plan
The Croatian Roadmap
A structured 90-day plan to build real habits and start speaking with confidence.
33 pages · 90-day plan · €19
Get the RoadmapSpeak
The Croatian Phrasebook
80+ carefully selected phrases for six everyday situations in Croatia.
80+ phrases · 6 situations · €19
Get the PhrasebookUnderstand
Croatian Foundations
13 chapters of essential grammar with exercises and a cheat sheet.
13 chapters · exercises + cheat sheet · €19
Get FoundationsWhich ebook is right for me?
Best value
The Calm Croatian Starter Library
Roadmap + Phrasebook + Foundations. Everything you need to go from understanding Croatian to actually speaking it.
€57 → €39
Instant PDF download · No subscription · Yours to keep
About Sanja
Sanja Perinić Švorinić
Language Expert & Certified Translator · @sanjaperinic
I’m Sanja Perinić Švorinić, a Croatian language expert with 25 years of classroom experience and 12 years as a language school owner. I’m a certified translator for Croatian and English, and I work with people from all over the world: expats living in Croatia and Croatian diaspora in the US, Canada, and Australia. I also work as a certified court interpreter. Find my translation services at sudski-tumac-rijeka.com. Follow me on Instagram @sanjaperinic.
FAQ
Do I need to speak Croatian to use these ebooks?
No. All ebooks are written in English and designed for learners at every stage. Whether you are a complete beginner or you already understand some Croatian, you will find them accessible and practical.
What is the difference between the Roadmap, the Phrasebook and the Foundations?
The Roadmap is a structured 33-page guide that shows you what to learn and in what order. The Phrasebook gives you ready-to-use phrases for everyday situations like cafés, shops and transport. The Foundations explains how Croatian grammar actually works, calmly and clearly, so you can start building your own sentences. They complement each other and work as a complete system when bought together as the Starter Library bundle.
Are the ebooks suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. All ebooks are designed to work at any stage. The Roadmap is the ideal starting point if you have no prior knowledge. The Foundations is great if you want to understand grammar from scratch. The Phrasebook works from day one even if you only know a handful of words.
How do I receive the ebooks after purchase?
After completing your purchase on Gumroad you receive an instant download link by email. The ebooks are PDF files you can read on any device.
What is the Calm Croatian Starter Library bundle?
The Calm Croatian Starter Library includes all three ebooks — Roadmap, Phrasebook and Foundations — at a bundle price of €39 instead of €57. It is the best option if you want a complete, structured start. Get the bundle here.
What is the Speaking Starter Bundle?
The Speaking Starter Bundle is a focused package designed to help you start speaking Croatian quickly. Get the Speaking Starter Bundle here.
Is there a Croatian Grammar Cheat Sheet?
Yes. The Croatian Grammar Cheat Sheet is a quick-reference resource covering the key grammar patterns you need most. Perfect to keep alongside any of the ebooks. Get the Cheat Sheet here.
Can I contact Sanja directly?
Yes. Reach Sanja on Instagram @sanjaperinic or through the Contact page on this site.
Pick one ebook. Start speaking this week.
No classes to schedule, no grammar drills. Just a calm, practical path from understanding Croatian to actually speaking it.
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