Learn Slovak and More Podcast
This show is about learning Slovak Language, Slovak culture, traditions and everything in between
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273 episodes
How to say “I'll try something new” in Slovak; What does “To je pecka!” mean in Slovak; World Vegetarian Day in Slovakia; S11E9
Today's episode is about World Vegetarian Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the difference between two Slovak verbs "vyskúšam" and "skúsim". You will also learn how to ask “I'll try something new. “ in Slovak. At the e...
How to ask “Can I try on this coat?“; How to ask “What should I see?”; Medieval Harvest Festival in Bratislava, Slovakia; Historic essentials of Bratislava's Old Town; S11E8
Today's episode is about medieval harvest festival in Bratislava castle. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the difference between two Slovak verbs "ochutnať" and "vyskúšať". You will also learn how to ask “Can I try on this coat?“ and ...
How to ask “Can I taste some wines?” in Slovak; Grape Harvest Festivals in Slovakia; Malocarpathian Wine Route; S11E7
Today, I’m talking about grape harvest festivals near Bratislava and the Malocarpathian wine route in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my article. You will also learn how to ask “Can I taste some wines?...
How to say “Come out “ in Slovak; How to say “I’m coming “ in Slovak; After-School Activity in Socialist Czechoslovakia; Sentence Connectors to Sound Smarter in Slovak Language; S11E6
Today's episode is about after school activities in socialist Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few sentence connectors so you can sound more sophisticated speaking in Slovak. You will also learn how to say “Come out!” and “I'm c...
How to ask “How was it? “ in Slovak; Schools in Slovakia during socialism; Dialogue; S11E5
Today's episode is about schools in Slovakia (Czechoslovakia) during socialism. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few words from my short dialogue. You will also learn how to ask “How was it?“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can...
How to say “Be grateful “ in Slovak; Battle at Mohács in 1526 and its Significance; Legend about a Miracle in Vysoka; S11E4
Today's episode is about the Battle of Mohács and its significance. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from a legend. You will also learn how to say “Be grateful“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my version ...
How to ask “Would you be able to help me?“ in Slovak; Who was Jozef Murgaš; Slovak conjunction “či”; S11E3
Today's episode is about the Slovak inventor Jozef Murgaš. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about the Slovak conjunction či. You will also learn how to ask “Would you be able to help me?" in Slovak.Episode notes...
How to say “I am glad that …“ in Slovak; How to say “I am glad that you came“ in Slovak; Slovak Radio Building in Slovakia; What is the Upside-Down Pyramid of Bratislava; Slovak conjunction “že”; Dialogue; S11E2
Today's episode is about the Slovak radio building in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to say “I am glad that...” and “I am glad that you came”. in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue in Slovak.<...
How to say “I think it's a good idea.“ in Slovak; First Radio Broadcast in Slovakia; Slovak conjunction “že”; Slovak Proverb "Lepšie raz vidieť, ako stokrát počuť."; Dialogue; S11E1
Today's episode is about the first radio broadcast in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about the Slovak conjunction "že" (meaning "that"). You will also learn how to say “I think it's a good idea." in Slovak. At the...
How to say “Like father, like son“ in Slovak; Correlative Conjunctions, S10E26; Bonus 5
Today's episode is about some Slovak correlative conjunctions. You will also learn how to say “Like father, like son" in Slovak.Episode notesIn today's episode, you are going to learn more about some Slovak correlative conj...
How to say “When I feel like it“ in Slovak; Slovak Subordinating Conjunctions; S10E25; Bonus 4
Today's episode is about Slovak subordinating conjunctions. You will also learn how to say “When I feel like it“ in Slovak. Episode notesIn today's episode, I’m talking about Slovak subordinating conjunctions. You will...
How to ask “To be or not to be?“ in Slovak; “What are the most useful Slovak conjunctions?"; Slovak Coordinating Conjunctions; S10E24; Bonus 3
Today's episode is about Slovak Coordinating Conjunctions and how to use them. You will also learn how to ask "To be or not to be" in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a short information about the most famous soliloquy ever....
How to say “I know that they will come“ in Slovak; Slovak Proverb “Ako si ustelieš, tak budeš spať”; S10E23; Bonus 2
Today's Slovak lesson is about Slovak subordinating compound sentences. You will also learn how to say “I know that they will come.“ in Slovak. At the end, I explain the Slovak proverb “Ako si ustelieš, tak budeš spať”.Episode notes
How to ask “Are you coming or not?“ in Slovak; How to say “So let it happen” in Slovak; Slovak Coordinating Compound Clauses; S10E22; Bonus 1
In today's episode, you are going to learn about Slovak coordinating compound sentences. You will also learn how to ask “Are you coming or not?” and how to say “So let it happen” in Slovak. Episode notesIn today's epis...
How to say “I need to get a passport“ in Slovak; How to say “Enjoy it while you can” in Slovak; Memories of Summer in Slovakia; S10E21
Today's episode is about my memories of summer in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, I explain the Slovak verb "vybaviť". You will also learn how to say “I need to get a passport“ and “Enjoy it while you can” in Slovak. At the end of this e...
How to Write a Formal Letter in Slovak; 10 Modern Buildings in Bratislava, Slovakia; Formal Writing in Slovak for Foreigners; S10E20
Today's episode is about the modern buildings and complexes in Bratislava, Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about formal writing in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my example of a formal letter in Slovak.<...
How to say “It was a brilliant project“ in Slovak; What are the Slovak Tajchy; 10 Historical Water Reservoirs in Slovakia; S10E19
Today's episode is about the major water reservoirs in Slovakia. In today’s lesson, you are going to learn a few words from my summary about the Slovak water reservoirs - tajchy. You will also learn how to say “It was a brilliant project”
How to ask “When can I rest?“ in Slovak; Major Water Reservoirs in Slovakia; Perfective / Imperfective Pairs in the Future Tense 2; S10E18
Today's episode is about the major water reservoirs in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn more Imperfective and Perfective pairs in the future tense. You will also learn how to say “When can I rest?“ in Slovak. At the...
How to say “We’ll celebrate the anniversary together“ in Slovak; 60th Anniversary of Zemplínska Šírava; Perfective / Imperfective Pairs Future Tense; S10E17
Today's episode is about the 60th anniversary of the “the Slovak sea” called Zemplínska šírava. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to practice a few examples of Perfective / Imperfective Pairs in the future tense. You will also learn how to sa...
How to say “This is my opinion“ in Slovak; One Day Itinerary in Nitra; Legend of Vazul; S10E16
Today's episode is about what to do in Nitra if you have only one day for a visit. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few new words from my legend. You will also learn how to say “This is my opinion“ in Slovak. At the end of ...
How to say “Once in a blue moon“ in Slovak; Exploring Seven Hills of Nitra; What does "Raz za uhorský rok" mean in Slovak?; Anthem of the City of Nitra; S10E15
Today's episode is about the seven hills of Nitra. In the Slovak lesson, I’m explaining the idiom "Raz za uhorský rok". You will also learn how to say “Once in a blue moon” in Slovak. At the end of this episode is the official anthem of ...
How to say “This is a nice place“ in Slovak; The Oldest Town in Slovakia; Short History of Nitra; What does “v tejto veci taká vec” mean in Slovak? S10E14
Today's episode is about the history of the city of Nitra in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about the meaning of a Slovak phrase "v tejto veci taká vec". You will also learn how to say “This is a nice place” in Slovak. A...
How to say “A Rainy Day is No Problem “ in Slovak; What to Do in Trenčín When it Rains; Explore Trenčín Indoors; S10E13
Today's episode is about what to do in Trenčín when it rains. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn a few new verbs from my short article. You will also learn how to say “A rainy day is no problem.“ in Slovak.Episode notes<...
How to say “I wrote a letter “ in Slovak; Trenčín Beyond the Old Town; Short trips from Trenčín; Perfective and Imperfective Pairs; S10E12
In today's episode, I’m taking you on short trips beyond the old town of Trenčín. In the Slovak lesson, we are going to look at some Perfective and Imperfective pairs. You will also learn how to say “I wrote a letter“ in Slovak.Episod...
How to say “Let’s go for a walk“ in Slovak; Walking tour of Trenčín; S10E11
Today's episode is about a walking tour of Trenčín. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some new words from my short summary of a walking tour of Trenčín. You will also learn how to say “Let's go for a walk” in Slovak. At the en...
