“Finished?” – The Ultimate Czech Word (and Why You Should Learn More Czech)
Czechs can survive entire restaurant conversations with one English word: “Finished?”. But if you want to survive outside Prague, you’ll need more than that. Here’s a funny look at Czech English and why learning real Czech is worth it.
How to Get Back to Czech After the Holidays (and Actually Stick With It)
Summer break derailed your Czech learning? You’re not alone. The secret to bouncing back isn’t motivation. It’s building a smart system you’ll actually stick to. Here’s how to restart small, stay consistent, and make 15 minutes a day enough for real progress.
“She Was Born with Three Legs” – Why Duolingo Isn’t Enough for Your Czech
Duolingo makes learning Czech fun but if after three years you can only say that your horse is wearing green pants (and still can’t order a beer), it’s time to move on. Here’s why real-life Czech practice matters and how to do it.
Let’s Talk About the Accusative Case (aka the Direct Object Boss)
The accusative case is where Czech gets action-packed. It's the go-to case when you're doing something to someone or something. In this friendly guide, you’ll learn when to use it, how to form it across genders and numbers, and which verbs and prepositions call for it. Get ready to say what you love, see, or need confidently and correctly.
You Don't Need a Textbook (But You Do Need a Plan)
Forget grammar drills and dusty textbooks. This post is your permission slip to ditch the old-school methods and build a study plan that actually works for you. I’ll show you how to structure your learning in a way that feels natural, motivating, and (yes!) even fun. Whether you’re a busy parent, a podcast addict, or a night owl with a notebook, you’ll leave with a clear, personalized roadmap to learning Czech—your way.