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On the Czech Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day, the Czech Republic commemorates two of the most important events in its recent history, both of which helped to set in motion the end of communist rule. This is something that many Czechs, particularly students, fought for; some lost their lives, and many faced arrest, to help the country gain its freedom and democracy. Thus, this has become one of the most important holidays in the Czech Republic today. In this article, you’ll learn about the history surrounding this holiday, how Czechs observe it today, and what it means to them. At CzechClass101.com, we aim to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative! 1. What is Struggle for Freedom and... Show more

Especially if you're planning a prolonged visit to , using the correct Czech numbers for counting in Czech could be very important! Number systems are the other alphabet in any language. In fact, it is a language all of its own, and it serves a multitude of excellent purposes. Table of Contents A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems Why is it Important to Learn Czech Numbers? Learning Czech Numbers Why Choose CzechClass101 to Learn all about Czech Numbers? 1. A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems 1. The Ishango Bone The origin of counting, and with it numbers, is not clear to historians. While their art showed that prehistoric man had a concept of numbers, the first indication of a formal system was... Show more

You're learning to speak Czech, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Czech. At Learn Czech, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Czech in the process. 1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Czech Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Czech. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants! Libor plans to eat at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of the food, and leaves this comment: POST Let's break down... Show more

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

The Czech Republic celebrates its founding each year during a holiday called Czech Statehood Day (more commonly known as St. Wenceslas Day). It’s two holidays in one, but each holiday focuses on the same things: the creation of the Czech state and the patron saint behind it. In this article, you’ll learn a little bit about St. Wenceslas and his place in history, as well as the Czech Statehood in general and how it’s celebrated. At CzechClass101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your learning journey both fun and informative! So let’s get started, and delve into this most significant of Czech holidays and celebrations. 1. What is Statehood Day? On Statehood Day, better known as St. Wenceslas Day, the Czech Republic... Show more

What’s the most important thing you focus on in your language studies? Is it grammar? Are you drilling in dozens of rules until your head hurts? Or do you prefer a more relaxed, "organic" approach, and base your learning sessions on fun videos, smart apps, and podcasts? Both methods work, but the latter might yield better results...in a much shorter time. Many people think that in order to learn a foregin language (Czech in this case), you must master the grammar and memorize vocabulary, which is true in a way—but things like Czech gestures and body language are important too.  The essence of any language lies in details that many students and teachers (even the seasoned ones) tend to dismiss as unimportant. Yet, when you're... 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

You know that old saying that goes: “How many languages you can speak, that many times you're a human?” It's a great piece of wisdom, but it doesn't sound quite right, does it? And that brings us right to the topic of this article: untranslatable Czech phrases and Czech words with no English equivalent.  What is the most important advice you get when you decide to take up a new language (which, by the way, is a great decision, congratulations)? Forget everything you think you know about sentence structure and word order, and ditch literal (aka word-for-word) translation. Trying to switch English words for Czech words just doesn't work. However, it's THE most common mistake all students do, and also THE most common reason why you... Show more

Who was Jan Hus, and why do the Czech people have a holiday in commemoration of his burning? Czech martyr Jan Hus burned at the stake in 1415 for his beliefs and teachings, which spurred rebellion against foreign intervention. In learning about Jan Hus beliefs, as well as this Czech reformer’s life and legacy, you’re opening the floodgates to Czech cultural knowledge! And as any successful language-learner can tell you, knowing a country’s culture is essential in mastering its language. At CzechClass101.com, we hope to make your learning journey both fun and informative, starting now with the Czech martyr Jan Hus. 1. What is the Day of Burning Jan Hus? On July 6, 1415, a prominent Czech reformer and scholar named Jan Hus... 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