Learn how to apologize in Czech - fast and accurately! CzechClass101 makes it easy for you to make amends. Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Czech Skills! (Logged-In Member Only) Table of Contents Common Ways to Say Sorry in Czech How To Refuse Something Politely in Czech Audio Lesson - Survival Phrases "How to Say Sorry" Why You Will NOT Be Sorry For Learning Czech through CzechClass101 1. Common Ways to Say Sorry in Czech Nobody’s perfect, not anywhere in the world. Everybody makes mistakes, and does and says regrettable things. Then it’s time to apologize, as saying ‘I’m sorry’ is not in vain. It can be very healing! Did you know that hearing a sincerely-meant apology can... Show more

In recent years, we communicate through technology more than we do in person. While this modern way of human interaction certainly has many perks, it can sometimes cause a lot of confusion or misunderstandings. Why? It's very difficult to express emotions because not everyone is a Dickens, you know? Another thing: There’s not always enough time to explain everything in great detail. Did you know that you’re able to say 100 - 160 words, but you can only type around 40 words?  Luckily, us humans are smart—we figure things out.  Today, you’ll learn about Czech internet slang so you can keep up with this fast-paced technological world. Internet slang has been around since the early days of the internet, of course, but it has... Show more

Introducing yourself in Czech (or any foreign language) might seem daunting at first, we get it. Maybe you googled "how to say my name is in Czech" and now you’re feeling a bit confused. But once you learn a few basic phrases, you're good to go. Czech is a fun, lively language, and you don't need to be fluent to start a conversation. With this guide, you'll be ready for any social situation or occasion. In our guide on how to introduce yourself in Czech, we've summarized all you need to know and memorize before you put yourself out there—how to say your name, which greeting is appropriate in specific settings, what information is considered too personal, and so on. Sit back and put on your glasses. In a few minutes, you'll be ready to... Show more

Learning a foreign language is pretty easy and fun: you can use many different tools and apps, take online classes, hire a tutor…but what's the most effective thing that will make your "textbook" Czech sound natural and teach you slang/colloquialisms? Czech movies!  I honestly think that movies, shows, podcasts, and YouTube channels are THE best things to help someone learn another language more effectively. You catch a lot of phrases (pretty much effortlessly), improve your listening skills and pronunciation in a fun way...and let's not forget that you learn a lot about the Czech culture and lifestyle along the way. Czech and American cinematography are very different and if you've never seen a Czech movie, you'll probably be... Show more

It should come as no surprise that learning another language in a fun way is WAY more effective than relying on textbooks. Trust me, even though watching TV shows might feel like (or lead to) procrastinating, it's a great tool for broadening your vocab effortlessly and familiarizing yourself with idioms and the most common phrases. It's also the best listening exercise, especially if you're not ready to put yourself out there and talk to native speakers. Besides, you can pause and rewind a Czech TV show anytime, and write down new words. When I first started actually speaking English (instead of just writing and reading it), YouTube and American TV shows were my best friends. It was hard and intimidating at first, but if you're really... Show more

You have your bags (almost) packed, you’re working on your Czech vocabulary, you're excited, you got a new passport case, a shiny new suitcase, you've rented an apartment in a charming Czech city… What else do you need? A bottle of champagne to celebrate your courage and make a toast to your new adventures.  Also: Money. You're going to need money, and riches usually don't just appear out of thin air. Which brings me to today's topic––you're going to need a job. Finding jobs in the Czech Republic will be easy if you're fine tending the bar or making coffee, and (believe it or not), it won't be much more difficult if you really love huge offices, shiny coffee machines, and having hundreds of colleagues. If you’ve been dreaming... Show more

Do you often feel lonely and sad? Do you long for romance and are willing to do whatever it takes to meet that special person? Speaking another language could revolutionize your love life! So, why wait? Learning how to say ‘love’ in Czech could be just what you need to find it. Or perhaps you were lucky, and have found your Czech partner already. Fantastic! Yet, a cross-cultural relationship comes with unique challenges. Learning how to speak your lover’s language will greatly improve your communication and enhance the relationship. At CzechClass101, our team will teach you all the words, quotes and phrases you need to woo your Czech lover with excellence! Our tutors provide personal assistance, with plenty of extra material available... Show more

Immersion is often hailed as the most efficient and effective way to learn a foreign language. In many ways it’s true. With all the language learning methods out there nothing else comes close to having to think and interact with your environment in the language you’re learning. Unfortunately though, most language learners wrongly assume that the only way to experience language immersion is to pack up and move to a foreign country. But not everyone can afford to spend a summer in the Czech Republic just to learn a foreign language. Luckily, there are other ways to immerse yourself in Czech. These method are less obvious, but they are effective. In this post we take a look at five steps you can take for the ultimate Czech immersion... Show more

Most everyone is familiar with this day, as it is celebrated nearly everywhere the world. Yet, when exactly is April Fools’ Day? And where did April Fools come from? April Fools’ Day is observed on April 1st every year. This day of jokes and pranks is believed to have stemmed from the 16th-century calendar change in France, when New Year’s Day was moved from April 1 to January 1. This action was taken due to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar. However, a few people were resistant to the calendar change, so they continued to observe New Year’s Day on April 1st, rather than the new date. They were referred to as the “April Fools”, and others started playing mocking tricks on them. This custom endured, and is practiced to this day... Show more

Learn all the Czech New Year wishes online, in your own time, on any device! Join CzechClass101 for a special Czech New Year celebration! Can you relate to the year passing something like this: “January, February, March - December!”? Many people do! Quantum physics teaches us that time is relative, and few experiences illustrate this principle as perfectly as when we reach the end of a year. To most of us, it feels like the old one has passed in the blink of an eye, while the new year lies ahead like a very long journey! However, New Year is also a time to celebrate beginnings, and to say goodbye to what has passed. This is true in every culture, no matter when New Year is celebrated. So, how do you say Happy New Year in Czech? ... Show more