Why do Czechs sometimes stare at you with that “confused face”? It’s not about your accent, it’s about tiny grammar traps: cases, aspect, gender, and formality. In this article, I’ll show you the most common mistakes learners make and how to fix them.

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.

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!).

In Czech, “to like” isn’t one-size-fits-all. Depending on whether you’re talking about people, cities, food, or hobbies, you need mít rád, líbit se, or chutnat. Learn the difference (and avoid saying Mám tě rád when you really mean Miluju tě)

Curious about Czech dining culture? From “grumpy” waiters to dumpling dilemmas and sweet main courses, here’s how to eat in a Czech restaurant without embarrassing yourself.

Ordering a beer in a Czech pub is more than just language, it’s a ritual. Learn how to avoid classic tourist mistakes, handle the magic coaster signal, and fit right in with the locals.

Ever wondered how to order coffee in Czech without sounding like a confused tourist? From polite greetings to tricky grammar endings, here are the top mistakes learners make in Czech cafés and how to avoid them.

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.

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.

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.

Learning Czech isn’t just about memorizing vocabulary. Every noun carries a gender, and if you ignore it, your adjectives, pronouns, and even verbs can fall apart. This post shows you how to spot gender in dictionaries, use endings wisely, and build habits that make gender stick.

Why do Czechs have two verbs for “to write”? Because they care whether you’re still in the middle of it (psát) or already done (napsat). This post unpacks the mystery of Czech verb aspect — with simple rules, funny examples, and a handy worksheet you can grab to finally master perfective vs. imperfective

Navigating Czech politeness can feel like social gymnastics. Should you say ty or vy? Dobrý den or Čau? In this post, we break down how to talk to strangers, shop assistants, your boss, and your friends — with real-life examples to help you sound natural (and avoid awkward looks).

Czech can trip you up in funny ways — especially with ty and vy. One wrong choice and suddenly you sound too formal with a friend or too casual with your boss. In this post, we’ll laugh through the most common mistakes foreigners make and show you how to nail Czech politeness without breaking a sweat.

Mastering Czech isn’t just about vocabulary and cases — it’s about knowing when to say ty and when to stick with vy. In this article, we unpack the unwritten rules of vykání vs. tykání, with real-life examples that show how a single word can shift you from polite distance to friendly closeness.

You’ve memorised the theory — now it’s time to actually use Czech cases in real life. This practical guide shows you how to work with all seven cases step by step, from choosing “case of the day” to mastering anchor verbs, prepositions, and daily routines.

Adjectives in Czech are not just decorative—they’re grammatical chameleons. They change form to match the gender, number, and case of the noun they describe. From the sturdy mladý to the sleek jarní, this guide will show you how to tell them apart, how they decline, and why mastering them will make your Czech sound instantly more natural. Plus, links to my favorite grammar resources and a cheat sheet you’ll want on your desk.

The instrumental case is your Czech sidekick — always there when you’re talking about who you’re with or what you’re using. In this post, you’ll learn how to form it, when to use it, and how to make it stick with real-life examples and practice tips. Plus: a link to the ultimate Czech Cases Cheat Sheet.

Let’s talk about where things are and what we’re talking about. The Czech locative case helps you do just that. From cafés and books to dreams and places the locative brings your stories to life. Learn how to use it, what prepositions it pairs with, and how to master its forms across genders.

Say hello to the vocative! This case is all about calling people, grabbing attention, and making your Czech more personal. Whether you're yelling "Tati!" across the room or politely saying "Pane Nováku," you're using the vocative case — and now you’ll know how to do it right.