Send Renča a text 😉 Yes, it's Friday and that means you will put into practice what you have learnt so far. Renča has a story for you full of RÁDA and MÁM RÁDA and different activites and hobbies (no worries, Renča gives you a brief summary in English first, so that you don't feel totally lost). There are 2 versions of the story: 1. Standard Czech 2. really, really informal version of real-life Czech Have fun comparing them. You can find the handout as well as the article with English t...

Send Renča a text 😉 In today's episode, we dive into expressing likes and dislikes in Czech using the forms RÁD, RÁDA, NERAD, and NERADA. Renča contrasts textbook Czech with real-life usage, providing clear examples and practice sentences for both male and female speakers. You can find the handout as well as the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/mastering-czech-preferences-rada-ctu-rad-cestuje-nerad-pecu-s02-e14-daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The list of all ...

Send Renča a text 😉 This episode is truly special. My student Scott doesn't know a single case in Czech, yet he manages to have a phone call in Czech or understands what his Czech colleagues talk about (fast) in Czech. Don't miss this episode. It's definitely worth listening. BIG THANKS TO SCOTT for shooting this episode with me. I haven't edited our conversation at all. We did it in one take (even with my intro and outro). The only thing I added was the jingle (intro and outro). Why? Because...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shows you how to express likes and dislikes in Czech using the verbs 'MÍT RÁD' and 'MÍT RÁDA'. Renča provides examples to show the difference in usage based on gender and explains the necessity of using nouns or activities in the correct form. You can find the handout as well as the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/czech-out-your-preferences-from-travelling-to-chocolate-mam-rad-cestovani-ma-rada-cokoladu-s02-e12-dail...

Send Renča a text 😉 This episode is all about hobbies. Renča starts the episode with with a short list of hobbies in Czech and their English translation so that even the beginners have the chance to learn. Later she shares explanations in Czech so that you can practice your Czech in context. You can find the handout as well as the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/discover-hobbies-and-interests-in-czech-s02-e11-daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The list of a...

Send Renča a text 😉 This episode consists of 3 dialogues - one of them illustrates the differences between textbook Czech and real-life conversational Czech. The scenarios include asking for the date, discussing a friend's upcoming birthday, and a formal interaction, such as talking to police or a doctor. You may find these phrases useful: 'JÁ VÍM' (I know) and 'ZEPTEJ SE!' (Ask!) You can find the handout + article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/3-dialo...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča helps you master how to ask and answer questions about dates and birthdays in Czech. The episode covers both formal and informal ways to ask about birthdays and the month someone was born, complete with practical dialogues and responses. Tune in for a detailed guide with helpful examples to improve your Czech DEFINITELY DOWNLOAD THE HANDOUT. You will see clearly the differences (and I have added more). You can find the handout + article with En...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares the inspiring story of her student Scott, who struggled with traditional Czech language learning methods but found success. This episode is so worth listening.

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shows you how to say the whole date in Czech - that means the number + the month (and yes, both change). You will hear both versions of Czech: TEXTBOOK (= formal) as well as REAL-LIFE CZECH (= how Czech people really say it in normal conversations). Let me know if you find it helpful when I show you both versions of Czech. You can find the handout + article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/unlocking-czech-dates-the-formal-vs-the...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shows you how to say the numbers in Czech when talking about a date (eg. 1. 3. - prvního). She shares not only how to say the phrase WHAT DATE IS IT?, but also numbers from 1st to 31st (slow mode + normal speed). You can download the handout and read the article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/mastering-czech-dates-from-first-to-thirty-first-prvniho-tricateho-prvnihos02-e06-daily-podcast-czech-your-day/ The list of all epi...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shows in 2 dialogues the differences between TEXTBOOK CZECH (= formal, the one for exams) and REAL-LIFE CZECH (= informal, the one we use with friends and a family). The dialogues are created in a way to help you review not only different kinds of fruit in Czech, but also phrases such as I like or I don't like. You can download the handout and read an article with English translations here: https://czech-me.com/fruitful-dialogues-talk-like-a-local-in...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča shares her journey as a tutor of Czech who decided not to follow the traditional approach focused on textbooks and drilling grammar. She has created her own approach that helps foreigners learn Czech with or without cases (depending on personal preference), but with the main focus on being able to communicate. She talks about her waiting list and solutions she came up with to be able to help more and more foreigners. MORE IS COMING. And there i...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode of 'Czech Your Day,' Renča guides you through the proper way to express likes and dislikes in Czech, focusing on various fruits. Learn how to use 'mám rád' for males and 'mám ráda' for females, with clear examples and useful advanced phrases. You will practice different kinds of fruit in Czech from Monday's episode (#01) and you will also learn what kinds of fruit we prefer to use in a singular form and what kinds of fruit we use in plural. You can ...

Send Renča a text 😉 Learning Colours with Czech Fruit Vocabulary In this episode you will learn different colours in Czech while practicing different kinds of fruit from yesterday's episode. The episode is divided into two sections: the first where Renča lists the colors with their Czech and English translations, and the second where she quizzes listeners on their understanding. You will also learn how genders affect the endings in Czech. Jaké je ovoce? = What's fruit like? Jaká to je b...

Send Renča a text 😉 Season 2 Kickoff: Learning Fruits and Genders in Czech Welcome to the season two premiere of 'Czech Your Day,' the daily podcast hosted by Renča. This week's focus is on learning different kinds of fruits in Czech. You will not only learn the textbook version, Renča also shares with you the real-life Czech expressions that Czech people use in less formal situations (eg. among friends and family). As always you will hear the expressions in a slow mode as well as in a ...

Send Renča a text 😉 Yes, Renča is back. I had to overcome some technical issues and set up my new schedule. Everything is ready now so I can start recording again. Season 2 will start soon so get ready 💪😁

Send Renča a text 😉 In this milestone 60th episode of the 'Czech Your Day' podcast, Renča shares a special story. What is it about? It's about an upcoming trip to Bali, detailing her travel plans and activities. Download the handout here: https://czech-me.com/episode-60-daily-podcast-czech-your-day-transcript-included/ 01:33 Special 60th Episode Story 02:40 Renča's Upcoming Bali Trip

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča is getting ready for a holiday. You will learn what to pack and essential tasks to complete before departure in Czech. The episode is divided into four sections: the episode first outlines packing essentials including clothing, hygiene items, electronics, and important documents. Instructions are provided bilingually, first in English and then in Czech. Additionally, Renča discusses pre-trip tasks like arranging travel insurance and...

Send Renča a text 😉 Mastering Czech: The Power of a 90-Day Challenge In this episode of 'Czech Your Day,' Renča continues discussing the 90-Day Challenge series, highlighting the importance of daily commitment and rewarding oneself. She shares her personal experience and offers a tracker to help you stay on track. The episode provides practical advice on setting goals, rewarding progress, and the potential impact of consistent effort on learning Czech. You can download the tracker here:...

Send Renča a text 😉 In this episode, Renča focuses on essential Czech verbs related to permissions and prohibitions, such as 'can', 'must', and 'mustn't', as well as holiday-related vocabulary. Renča provides example sentences in both Czech and English to help you learn with more ease. Download the handout here: https://czech-me.com/episode-57-daily-podcast-czech-your-day-transcript-included/ 00:20 This Week's Theme: Holiday Vocabulary 00:36 Useful Expressions: Can, Can't, Mustn't 01:...