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: V / VE
The Czech preposition v / ve expresses being inside a place or within a defined space without movement. This article explains how v works with the locative case, when to use ve for pronunciation, and how to clearly distinguish v from do and na.
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.
Czech Connectors That Will Make You Sound Instantly Local
Tired of sounding like you’re sending Czech by Morse code? Learn the 5 connectors Czechs can’t live without and watch your Czech transform from robotic to effortlessly local.
Adjective or Adverb? The Czech Grammar Twins Explained
Do you ever mix up dobrý and dobře? You’re not alone! Czech adjectives and adverbs look like grammar twins — but once you know their tricks, they’re easy to tell apart. Learn the difference, see real Czech examples, and sound instantly more fluent.
Czech Past Tense Secrets: Why We Write -l, -la, -li, -ly (and What It Tells You About Who Did It)
Why do Czechs write pracovali, pracovaly, or even pracovala? Welcome to the wonderful chaos of Czech past participles where endings reveal who did what, and even how many puppies were involved. Learn how -l, -la, -lo, -li, -ly, -la endings secretly tell a whole story and how to finally master them (without crying over grammar tables).
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.
Why Czech Word Order Feels Like Jazz (and English Like IKEA)
English sentences march in order. Czech sentences dance.
Discover why English builds structure while Czech builds rhythm and how word order in Czech changes not grammar, but emotion and emphasis.
The Mysterious “Second Position” in Czech word order: It’s Not What You Think
Czech enclitics (se, si, by, jsem…) love the second position — but it’s not the second word! It’s the second meaningful unit. Learn how to spot it, where to put it, and why your se keeps jumping around like a grammar ninja.
Můj vs. Svůj: The Czech Pronoun Trap You Didn’t See Coming
Czech learners often mix up můj and svůj but the difference can completely change the meaning. This guide shows you when to use each pronoun, why English speakers struggle, and how to avoid hilarious mistakes.
How to Stop Saying Jdu do Brna by Train: Czech Verbs of Motion Explained
In Czech, “to go” isn’t just one verb. You need to choose between jít, jet, chodit, jezdit. One wrong choice and suddenly you’re walking to Brno by train! This guide makes it crystal clear — with funny examples you won’t forget.
Reflexive Verbs in Czech: The Selfie Words You Can’t Avoid
Reflexive verbs are everywhere in Czech: učit se, dívat se, dát si… Learn how they work, the difference between se and si, and avoid funny mix-ups like učím česky vs. učím se česky.
KAM vs. KDE: Stop Mixing Them Up Once and for All
KDE or KAM? To English speakers they both look like “where,” but in Czech they separate standing still from moving somewhere. This article uses funny examples, real-life dialogues, and simple tricks to make sure you never confuse them again (and stop accidentally teleporting in Czech!).
Nový? Nová? Nové? Don’t Panic — It’s Just Czech Adjectives
Czech adjectives are sneaky little shape-shifters. Dictionaries only give you the masculine form (nový), but in real life they constantly change — nová učitelka, nové auto, noví kamarádi. In this article, we’ll break down the patterns, laugh at funny mistakes, and give you simple tips to finally make sense of them.
Czech Grammar Wants to Know Your Gender (Every. Single. Time.)
Czech grammar doesn’t just care what you say it cares who you are. In this article, you’ll learn why men say byl and women say byla, how to avoid hilarious mix-ups with rád/ráda, and why even your beer has a gender.