Slovak Sound Check is our new series for anyone looking to pick up
everyday Slovak. Whether you’ve just arrived, are planning a longer
stay, or simply want to connect more easily with locals, this radio
course will guide you through real-life Slovak you’ll actually use.
Friendly, clear, and culturally aware — it’s language learning made easy.
Episode 3: Master the Courtesies
In this episode, we explore some of the most useful and appreciated Slovak phrases — the magic words that open doors (sometimes literally!). From saying “Ďakujem” and “Prepáč(te)” to offering someone a seat or squeezing past on a crowded bus, we’ll walk you through essential expressions of politeness and how to use them in real-life situations. You’ll learn how “Prosím” can mean everything from please to you’re welcome, and how to politely navigate a crowd with “S dovolením”. Tune in and level up your Slovak courtesy game!
Vocabulary
Ďakujem = Thank you
Vďaka / Dik(y) = Thanks!
Prosím = You’re welcome / Please / Go ahead
Nech sa páči / Páči = Here you go / After you / Feel free
Prepáč = Sorry (informal)
Prepáčte = Sorry (formal + plural)
S dovolením = Excuse me (when passing f.e. through a crowd)
Recap:
Ahoj(te) = Hello
Ja som … = I am …
You can check the correct pronunciation directly in the audio recording above. (For the recap, skip to 3:10.)
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