How Much Czech Do You Really Need to Work or Study in the Czech Republic?
Dreaming of studying or working in Czechia? Here’s your friendly (and funny) guide to what Czech level you actually need from “ordering coffee” A2 to “correcting your classmates’ essays” C1.
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.
What You Can (and Absolutely Shouldn’t) Talk About at a Czech Family Dinner
You’ve survived the řízek and the koláč but now comes the real challenge: Czech small talk. Learn which dinner topics are safe, which ones to avoid, and how to win your Czech family’s heart with humor (and good manners).
“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.
“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.
“Zpoždění 10 minut” – The Most Optimistic Phrase in Czechia
Zpoždění 10 minut — the phrase that unites everyone from Prague to Ostrava. In Czechia, ten minutes can mean anything from “almost on time” to “we’ll see tomorrow.” Learn how to decode Czech train delays and take them with the calm confidence of a true local.
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.
How to Survive Shopping in the Czech Republic (and Keep Your Dignity at the Checkout)
Shopping in Czechia isn’t just about bread and milk. It’s a cultural adventure. Learn what a večerka really is, how to talk to cashiers, and why silence is golden in Czech shops.
How to Practice Czech Speaking for the CCE Exam
Speaking Czech doesn’t have to be terrifying! This guide shows how to prepare for the CCE A2 and B1 speaking exams with fun, practical tips from talking to yourself and shadowing Czech audio to mastering picture tasks and real-life dialogues.
How to Practice Czech Reading for the CCE Exam
Reading Czech doesn’t have to feel like torture. This guide shows how to practice for the CCE A2 and B1 reading exams using fun, real-life materials from comics and news to blogs, books, and recipes, plus strategies to make Czech reading actually enjoyable.
How to Improve Your Czech Writing for A2 and B1 CCE Exam
Worried about the writing part of the Czech CCE exam? This article explains what the Writing section looks like at A2 and B1 levels and gives you practical tips, strategies, and resources to write clear, structured Czech texts and avoid the mistakes that cost points.
How to Practice Czech Listening for the CCE Exam
Struggling with Czech listening? This article explains how the Listening section works in the CCE A2 and B1 exams and gives you practical strategies to train your ears every day from radio and podcasts to movies, music, and micro-habits that really work.
How to Pass the CCE–B1 Exam (Czech Citizenship Gateway)
Planning to apply for Czech citizenship? The CCE–B1 exam is your gateway. This article explains the exam format, common mistakes, and preparation strategies for reading, listening, writing, and speaking — plus a step-by-step study plan to guide you.
How to Pass the CCE–A2 Exam (Permanent Residence in Czechia)
Getting ready for the CCE–A2 exam? This article shows you what the test looks like, common mistakes to avoid, and practical strategies for reading, listening, writing, and speaking — so you can pass with confidence.
Which Czech Exam Should You Take? CCE–A2 vs. CCE–B1 Explained
Confused about which Czech exam you need? This article breaks down the difference between CCE–A2 (for permanent residence) and CCE–B1 (for citizenship). Learn what each exam looks like, where to take it, and how to prepare with step-by-step study plans.
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.
Verb MÍT: More Than Just “To Have”
Czech verb mít is so much more than “to have.” From Mám hlad to Mám pravdu, it sneaks into everyday life in ways that surprise learners. Discover how this tiny verb expresses ownership, feelings, moods, and even truth.
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.