Bedeutung
You must work to get rewards.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The 'koláč' is a central part of Slovak culinary identity. Traditional varieties like 'makovník' (poppy seed) or 'orehovník' (walnut) require significant time and skill to prepare, reinforcing the link between labor and the final product. Similar proverbs exist across the Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary, reflecting a shared history of agricultural labor and a common moral framework regarding work ethic. In the past, the 'gazda' (head of the farm) would use this phrase to ensure all family members contributed to the farm's success, as a failed harvest meant a winter without treats. Even in the tech hubs of Bratislava and Košice, this phrase is used by startup founders to emphasize 'hustle' and 'grind,' showing how traditional wisdom adapts to new industries.
Use it for encouragement
It's a great way to show a Slovak friend that you understand their hard work and support them.
Don't be too literal
If you say this while someone is actually eating a cake, they might think you're accusing them of not working for it!
Bedeutung
You must work to get rewards.
Use it for encouragement
It's a great way to show a Slovak friend that you understand their hard work and support them.
Don't be too literal
If you say this while someone is actually eating a cake, they might think you're accusing them of not working for it!
The 'Koláč' factor
Slovaks take their baking seriously. Mentioning 'koláče' always evokes a positive, warm feeling.
Teste dich selbst
Doplňte správne slovo do príslovia.
Bez ______ nie sú koláče.
Prepozícia 'bez' sa spája s genitívom. Genitív slova 'práca' je 'práce'.
Ktorá veta má rovnaký význam ako 'Bez práce nie sú koláče'?
Vyberte správnu možnosť:
Príslovie hovorí o tom, že úspech (koláče) vyžaduje úsilie (prácu).
V ktorej situácii je najvhodnejšie použiť toto príslovie?
Situácia:
Príslovie sa používa na motiváciu k práci alebo štúdiu.
Doplňte dialóg.
A: 'Nechce sa mi ísť dnes na tréning.' B: 'Ale choď! Vieš, ako sa hovorí: ________.'
Toto príslovie najlepšie motivuje k fyzickej aktivite a úsiliu.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenBez ______ nie sú koláče.
Prepozícia 'bez' sa spája s genitívom. Genitív slova 'práca' je 'práce'.
Vyberte správnu možnosť:
Príslovie hovorí o tom, že úspech (koláče) vyžaduje úsilie (prácu).
Situácia:
Príslovie sa používa na motiváciu k práci alebo štúdiu.
A: 'Nechce sa mi ísť dnes na tréning.' B: 'Ale choď! Vieš, ako sa hovorí: ________.'
Toto príslovie najlepšie motivuje k fyzickej aktivite a úsiliu.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, and even in a professional setting if the mood is right.
No, the proverb is fixed. 'Bez práce nie sú torty' sounds like a mistake or a joke.
'Bez' means 'without' and it always requires the genitive case.
Yes, though often ironically or when talking about fitness and career goals.
'No pain, no gain' is the closest in spirit.
Because 'koláče' is plural. The verb must agree with the plural subject.
Yes, to demonstrate that you have a strong work ethic and value effort.
Not really, but people might just say 'Bez práce...' and let you finish the sentence in your head.
No, it specifically argues against luck, emphasizing that only work brings rewards.
Generally no, but don't say it to someone who is struggling with things they can't control.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Kto nepracuje, nech neje.
similarHe who does not work, let him not eat.
Pečené holuby nepadajú samy do huby.
similarRoasted pigeons don't fall into your mouth by themselves.
Bez peňazí do krčmy nelez.
builds onDon't go to the pub without money.
Trpezlivosť ruže prináša.
similarPatience brings roses.
