Significado
Acknowledging useful information.
Contexto cultural
Slovaks value practical information. Saying 'Dobre vedieť' shows you are a 'rozumný' (sensible) person who appreciates useful facts. In many Slavic cultures, there is a distinction between 'knowing' (vedieť) and 'knowing someone/being familiar' (poznať). 'Dobre vedieť' only uses the former. The TV show 'Dobre vedieť!' has made this phrase a household name, often associated with fun facts and science. In meetings, 'Dobre vedieť' is a polite way to signal you've noted a point without necessarily agreeing or disagreeing yet.
The 'Aha' Factor
Adding 'Aha' before 'dobre vedieť' makes you sound much more like a native speaker who just had a realization.
Watch the Adverb
Avoid saying 'Dobré vedieť'. Even though 'dobré' is 'good', the phrase requires the adverb 'dobre'.
Significado
Acknowledging useful information.
The 'Aha' Factor
Adding 'Aha' before 'dobre vedieť' makes you sound much more like a native speaker who just had a realization.
Watch the Adverb
Avoid saying 'Dobré vedieť'. Even though 'dobré' is 'good', the phrase requires the adverb 'dobre'.
Sarcasm Check
If you say it with a very flat tone and roll your eyes, it means 'I don't care'. Use a rising, friendly tone to be polite.
Ponte a prueba
Choose the correct Slovak translation for 'Good to know'.
How do you say 'Good to know' in Slovak?
Remember, Slovak uses the adverb 'dobre' (well) and the verb 'vedieť' (to know).
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase.
A: 'Zajtra je v obchode zľava 50%.' B: '________, určite tam pôjdem.'
The speaker is reacting to helpful information about a sale.
Match the situation to the best response.
Situation: Someone tells you that the Wi-Fi password is 'Slovakia2024'.
You are acknowledging a useful piece of information (the password).
Fill in the missing word.
To je ______ vedieť.
In the phrase 'To je dobre vedieť', 'dobre' is an adverb modifying the infinitive 'vedieť'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Vedieť vs. Vidieť
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosHow do you say 'Good to know' in Slovak?
Remember, Slovak uses the adverb 'dobre' (well) and the verb 'vedieť' (to know).
A: 'Zajtra je v obchode zľava 50%.' B: '________, určite tam pôjdem.'
The speaker is reacting to helpful information about a sale.
Situation: Someone tells you that the Wi-Fi password is 'Slovakia2024'.
You are acknowledging a useful piece of information (the password).
To je ______ vedieť.
In the phrase 'To je dobre vedieť', 'dobre' is an adverb modifying the infinitive 'vedieť'.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is neutral. You can use it in almost any situation, from a casual chat with friends to a professional meeting.
It's a common mistake for learners. While people will understand you, 'Dobre vedieť' is the grammatically correct version.
'Dobre vedieť' specifically acknowledges new information. 'Jasné' means 'Sure' or 'Of course' and can be used for agreement or understanding.
You say 'Bolo dobre to vedieť'.
Yes, it's a good way to acknowledge you've received the secret, but you might want to add 'Budem ticho' (I'll be quiet).
Yes, very much so. If someone tells you something you already knew or something annoying, a flat 'Dobre vedieť' works perfectly.
No, that would be 'Dobre vidieť'. Be careful with the 'e' and 'i' sounds!
Yes: 'To je dobre vedieť' (That is good to know). It's slightly more formal.
The 'ť' is the standard ending for infinitives (dictionary forms of verbs) in Slovak.
Yes, it's very common in work emails to acknowledge a piece of information.
Frases relacionadas
Užitočné vedieť
similarUseful to know
Zaujímavé vedieť
similarInteresting to know
Beriem na vedomie
specialized formI take note / Noted
To je pravda
builds onThat is true
Jasné
synonymClear / Sure
