Czech Prepositions Unpacked: VEDLE
The Czech preposition vedle expresses being directly next to something and is used for precise physical proximity. This article explains how vedle works with the genitive case, how it differs from u, and how it can also mean “besides” in more abstract contexts.
Czech Prepositions Unpacked: U
The Czech preposition u expresses proximity being near a place or at someone’s place, without being inside. This article explains how u works with the genitive case, how it differs from v and k, and how to use it correctly with places and people.
Czech Prepositions Unpacked: OD / ODE
The Czech preposition od / ode expresses starting points, distance, and origin especially when referring to people or time. This article explains how od differs from z, when to use ode for pronunciation, and how to use the genitive correctly with clear examples.
Czech Prepositions Unpacked: K / KE
The Czech preposition k / ke expresses movement towards a place or person without entering. This article explains how k works with the dative case, when to use ke for pronunciation, and how to avoid common mistakes when choosing between k, do, and na.
Czech Prepositions Unpacked: Z / ZE
The Czech preposition z / ze expresses origin, source, and movement out of a place. This article explains when to use z, when pronunciation requires ze, how both work with the genitive case, and how to avoid common learner mistakes with clear rules and practical examples.
Czech Prepositions Unpacked: DO
The Czech preposition do is all about movement inside and clear endpoints. This article explains how do works with the genitive, when to use it for places and time, and how to avoid the most common mistakes with na with clear rules and practical examples.
Czech Prepositions Unpacked: NA
The Czech preposition na goes far beyond meaning “on.” This article explains when and why Czech uses na, how it works with cases, and how to recognize patterns behind places, movement, time, purpose, and abstract meanings with clear examples and English translations.
Every Preposition Owns a Case (Because Czech Prepositions Are Tiny Dictators with Serious Control Issues)
Czech prepositions may look small, but they rule the grammar kingdom with an iron fist. Learn why every preposition “owns” a case, how to finally understand their logic, and when to use do, na, v, za, and friends all with humor, new examples, and Czech reality checks.