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.
Let’s Talk About the Dative Case (aka the Giving One)
The Dative case can sound mysterious at first “to whom? for what?” but don’t worry, it’s friendlier than it looks. This post breaks down everything you need to know: how to use the Dative, how to recognize it, and how to make it part of your Czech every day. Plus, you'll get clear tables and examples for all genders and numbers and a handy cheat sheet to make it all stick.
Let’s Talk About the Genitive Case (aka the Moody One)
The Genitive might sound scary at first, but it’s actually your everyday case for expressing possession, quantity, and negation. In this post, you’ll finally understand why Czechs say “bez cukru” and “hodně studentů,” and how to use Genitive forms with ease — with tips, tables, and fun examples!
Let’s Talk About the Nominative Case (aka the Friendly One)
Start your journey through Czech grammar with the nominative case — the simplest, most friendly form. Learn what it is, how it works, and why it matters.
Understanding Czech Cases Is the First Step of Learning Them
Confused by Czech grammar cases? You're not alone. This post breaks down what cases are, why Czech uses them (and English doesn’t), and how to finally master them without going crazy. With tips, examples, and a cheat sheet to help you out.
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.
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.
How to Create a Czech Microclimate (Even If You Live 5,000 Miles Away)
You don’t have to live in Prague to live with Czech. This article shares personal tips and practical strategies to bring the Czech language into your everyday life. No matter where you are. Whether you're sunbathing in California or commuting through London, your own Czech microclimate is just a habit away.
Stůj tady 10 sekund, když se těšíš na prázdniny
A chalk message in a Prague park reminded me why mistakes are the heart of language learning. Here's how to keep up your Czech even when summer turns your schedule upside down.