Bedeutung
Good physical condition.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Health is the primary topic of small talk among older generations. Wishing 'pevné zdraví' is seen as a sign of deep respect and genuine care, often more valued than wishing for money or success. Slovaks use the nearly identical 'pevné zdravie'. The cultural importance is the same, often linked to family gatherings and slivovitz toasts, which are ironically believed to help maintain that health. There is a shared 'Sto lat' (Poland) or 'Zum Geburtstag' (Germany) culture where health is the central pillar of life wishes, reflecting a history of resilience. On Czech social media, 'Pevné zdraví' is often abbreviated or used in hashtags like #pevnezdravi during fitness challenges or health-related posts.
The 'Golden Duo'
Always pair 'pevné zdraví' with 'hodně štěstí' (lots of luck) in birthday cards. It's the most natural combination.
Don't over-decline
In 90% of cases, you only need the form 'pevné zdraví' (accusative). Don't worry about complex cases yet.
Bedeutung
Good physical condition.
The 'Golden Duo'
Always pair 'pevné zdraví' with 'hodně štěstí' (lots of luck) in birthday cards. It's the most natural combination.
Don't over-decline
In 90% of cases, you only need the form 'pevné zdraví' (accusative). Don't worry about complex cases yet.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the missing word in this standard birthday wish.
Přeji ti hodně štěstí a ______ zdraví.
'Pevné zdraví' is the standard collocation. 'Silné' is understandable but less natural.
Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal New Year's card?
Select the best option:
This option uses the correct formal register and the standard collocation.
Match the Czech phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
Each phrase has a specific context and meaning in Czech.
Complete the dialogue between two colleagues.
A: Slyšel jsem, že tvůj dědeček má 90 let! B: Ano, a pořád se ______.
The verb 'těšit se' (to enjoy/possess) is used with the dative case to describe a state of health.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenPřeji ti hodně štěstí a ______ zdraví.
'Pevné zdraví' is the standard collocation. 'Silné' is understandable but less natural.
Select the best option:
This option uses the correct formal register and the standard collocation.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
Each phrase has a specific context and meaning in Czech.
A: Slyšel jsem, že tvůj dědeček má 90 let! B: Ano, a pořád se ______.
The verb 'těšit se' (to enjoy/possess) is used with the dative case to describe a state of health.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
3 FragenYes, but usually as a wish when you are leaving or at the end of the year. You wouldn't say it as a greeting.
Yes, especially for birthdays. It shows you are being sincere and polite.
'Dobré' is just 'good'. 'Pevné' implies it is strong, stable, and will last a long time.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Na zdraví
similarCheers / To health
Železné zdraví
specialized formIron health
Podlomené zdraví
contrastBroken/failing health
Pevný kořínek
similarFirm root
