Bedeutung
Having a higher than normal body temperature.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The '37.2 Rule': In Slovakia, a temperature of 37.2°C is often considered the threshold for being 'sick'. While in other cultures this is normal, here it warrants rest and tea. The 'Vypotiť sa' Tradition: There is a strong belief that one must sweat out a fever. This involves drinking linden tea and wrapping up in blankets. The 'PN-ka' (Sick Leave): To get a paid sick leave, you need a doctor's certificate. 'Mať teplotu' is the most common reason given to doctors to start this process. Checking by hand: Slovak parents often check for 'teplota' by kissing the child's forehead or using the back of their hand before using a thermometer.
The 'Som Teplý' Trap
This is the #1 mistake for English speakers. Avoid it at all costs to prevent awkward social situations.
Accusative Case
Remember that 'teplota' becomes 'teplotu' because it is the object of the verb 'mať'.
Bedeutung
Having a higher than normal body temperature.
The 'Som Teplý' Trap
This is the #1 mistake for English speakers. Avoid it at all costs to prevent awkward social situations.
Accusative Case
Remember that 'teplota' becomes 'teplotu' because it is the object of the verb 'mať'.
Specify the level
If you want to sound more native, use 'mám len takú slabú teplotu' for a very mild fever.
Tea is mandatory
If you tell a Slovak you 'máš teplotu', expect them to immediately offer you tea with honey.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the correct form of the phrase 'mať teplotu'.
Peter sa necíti dobre, myslím, že ________.
Since the subject is 'Peter' (he), we use the third person singular form 'má'.
Which sentence is correct if you want to say you have a fever?
How do you say 'I have a fever' in Slovak?
'Som teplý' is slang for gay, 'Mám teplota' is grammatically wrong (wrong case), and 'Je mi teplota' is not a standard phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
Lekár: Máte aj iné príznaky? Pacient: Áno, ________ a bolí ma hrdlo.
'Mám teplotu' is the most natural way to list symptoms to a doctor.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are calling your boss to say you are sick.
This is the standard professional way to excuse yourself.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Temperature Levels in Slovak
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenPeter sa necíti dobre, myslím, že ________.
Since the subject is 'Peter' (he), we use the third person singular form 'má'.
How do you say 'I have a fever' in Slovak?
'Som teplý' is slang for gay, 'Mám teplota' is grammatically wrong (wrong case), and 'Je mi teplota' is not a standard phrase.
Lekár: Máte aj iné príznaky? Pacient: Áno, ________ a bolí ma hrdlo.
'Mám teplotu' is the most natural way to list symptoms to a doctor.
You are calling your boss to say you are sick.
This is the standard professional way to excuse yourself.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenYes, in the context of a person's health, it always implies an elevated temperature.
'Teplota' is general (fever), while 'horúčka' is more intense (high fever).
Use the negative form of the verb: 'Nemám teplotu'.
Yes, you can say 'Pes má teplotu'.
Yes, if you need to explain why you are unwell, it is perfectly appropriate.
It's a linguistic shorthand where the measurement represents the excess of that measurement.
It refers to a temperature between 37 and 38 degrees Celsius.
Yes, this is very common and emphasizes that the fever is high.
It is feminine, which is why it ends in -u in the accusative (teplotu).
Ask: 'Máš teplotu?' (informal) or 'Máte teplotu?' (formal).
Being healthy (byť zdravý) or having a normal temperature (mať normálnu teplotu).
No, Slovak does not have articles. Just 'mám teplotu'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
mať horúčku
similarto have a high fever
zvýšená teplota
specialized formelevated temperature
teplomer
builds onthermometer
zraziť teplotu
builds onto bring down the fever
triasť sa od zimy
similarto shiver from cold
