Significado
Commenting on aesthetics
Contexto cultural
Czechs have a strong 'cottage culture' (chataření). Saying 'To je krásné' about a garden or a forest view is a high compliment to a host's choice of location. In Prague, this phrase is often heard in reference to 'First Republic' (první republika) architecture, which Czechs view as a golden age of beauty. When visiting someone's home, it is polite to find at least one thing to call 'krásné'—a vase, a picture, or the view from the window. Czech folk songs often use the word 'krásná' to describe the homeland (vlast), reinforcing the emotional weight of the word.
The 'Common Czech' Ending
If you want to sound like a local in Prague, use 'To je krásný.' It's technically incorrect but used by everyone.
Don't overdo it
Czechs are realistic. If you call everything 'krásné,' you might sound insincere or like a tourist.
Significado
Commenting on aesthetics
The 'Common Czech' Ending
If you want to sound like a local in Prague, use 'To je krásný.' It's technically incorrect but used by everyone.
Don't overdo it
Czechs are realistic. If you call everything 'krásné,' you might sound insincere or like a tourist.
The Sarcastic Twist
If something goes wrong (like a flat tire), a Czech might say 'No, to je krásné' with a heavy sigh. This means 'Well, this is just great (sarcasm).'
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to say 'That is beautiful.'
To ___ krásné.
'Je' is the 3rd person singular of 'být' (to be), matching 'To'.
Which ending is correct for the standard written form?
To je krásn__.
The neuter pronoun 'To' requires the neuter adjective ending '-é'.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your friend shows you a photo of their new baby.
This is the most appropriate emotional response to good news.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Podívej se na ten západ slunce! B: ______
A sunset (západ slunce) is a classic context for 'To je krásné'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
What can be 'Krásné'?
Nature
- • Hory (Mountains)
- • Les (Forest)
- • Západ slunce (Sunset)
Art
- • Obraz (Painting)
- • Hudba (Music)
- • Socha (Statue)
Social
- • Gesto (Gesture)
- • Zpráva (News)
- • Chvíle (Moment)
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosTo ___ krásné.
'Je' is the 3rd person singular of 'být' (to be), matching 'To'.
To je krásn__.
The neuter pronoun 'To' requires the neuter adjective ending '-é'.
Situation: Your friend shows you a photo of their new baby.
This is the most appropriate emotional response to good news.
A: Podívej se na ten západ slunce! B: ______
A sunset (západ slunce) is a classic context for 'To je krásné'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, but it refers to the presentation. If you want to say it tastes good, say 'To je dobré' or 'To je vynikající.'
If you are talking about his actions or something he owns, yes. If you are calling him handsome, say 'Ty jsi krásný' or 'Jsi fešák.'
'Krásné' is 'beautiful' (high intensity), while 'hezké' is 'nice/pretty' (medium intensity).
For plural things, say 'To jsou krásné věci' (Those are beautiful things).
Yes! 'To je krásné počasí' is very common.
Because it agrees with the neuter pronoun 'To'.
Almost. 'To je krása' is more like 'What a beauty!' or 'It's a dream!'
Simply add 'ne' to the verb: 'To není krásné.'
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Using the masculine ending '-ý' in formal writing or the feminine '-á' by accident.
Frases relacionadas
To je nádherné
specialized formThat is magnificent
To je hezké
similarThat is nice/pretty
To je krása
builds onThat is beauty
To je úžasné
similarThat is amazing
To je fajn
contrastThat is fine/okay
