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KÁMO: The Czech Word That Took Over the Streets (and the Internet)

Kámo is one of the most common words you’ll hear in modern Czech conversations. It means “friend,” but it works more like “dude” or “bro” a casual, emotional, all-purpose way to address someone. In this article, you’ll learn what kámo really means, how Czechs use it in real life, and when you absolutely shouldn’t say it.

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“This Is My …“ — How to Talk About Your Partner in Czech (Without Accidentally Adopting a Child)

How do you say “boyfriend” or “girlfriend” in Czech without confusing everyone? Learn the real meanings behind přítel, kluk, partner, and muž or přítelkyně, holka, partnerka and žena to avoid an accidental friendzone in translation.

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Why You’re Forgetting Czech Words (And How to Make Them Stick)

You're learning Czech, putting in the hours, but the words still slip through your fingers? You're not alone. In this post, we’ll explore why your brain keeps forgetting Czech words (spoiler: it’s not your fault) — and how to make them finally stick. With tips from memory science, your own brain quirks, and a few tricks from the Painless Czech Guidebook, you’ll start remembering not just what a word means, but where you saw it, how it sounds, and why it matters.

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