Signification
Most common informal greeting for friends.
Contexte culturel
The 'Ahoj' vs 'Dobrý den' divide is a major social marker. Switching to 'Ahoj' usually requires an explicit agreement. On the river, everyone is an equal. You must say 'Ahoj' to every boat you pass, regardless of age. In high mountains or on remote trails, hikers often use 'Ahoj' as a sign of mutual respect for the effort. In Czech gaming and IT communities, 'Ahoj' is the default greeting, reflecting a more horizontal social structure.
The Vocative Rule
Always remember to change the name after Ahoj. It makes you sound much more native.
The Boss Trap
Even if your boss is cool, wait for them to say 'Ahoj' first before you use it.
Signification
Most common informal greeting for friends.
The Vocative Rule
Always remember to change the name after Ahoj. It makes you sound much more native.
The Boss Trap
Even if your boss is cool, wait for them to say 'Ahoj' first before you use it.
Double it up
Saying 'Ahoj, ahoj' when leaving sounds extra friendly and warm.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct greeting for your best friend.
Potkáš nejlepšího kamaráda na ulici. Co řekneš?
Ahoj is the standard informal greeting for friends.
Fill in the correct vocative form of the name 'Marek'.
Ahoj, _______! Jak se máš?
Names must be in the vocative case after 'Ahoj'.
Match the greeting to the situation.
Kdy je vhodné říct 'Ahoj'?
Ahoj is for informal settings like meeting a friend.
Complete the dialogue.
Petr: 'Už musím jít, tak se měj.' Jana: 'Ty taky, _______!'
Ahoj is used as a goodbye in response to someone leaving.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say Ahoj
Safe
- • Friends
- • Family
- • Children
- • Pets
Risky
- • Boss
- • Teacher
- • Elderly
- • Doctor
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesPotkáš nejlepšího kamaráda na ulici. Co řekneš?
Ahoj is the standard informal greeting for friends.
Ahoj, _______! Jak se máš?
Names must be in the vocative case after 'Ahoj'.
Kdy je vhodné říct 'Ahoj'?
Ahoj is for informal settings like meeting a friend.
Petr: 'Už musím jít, tak se měj.' Jana: 'Ty taky, _______!'
Ahoj is used as a goodbye in response to someone leaving.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsOnly if it's a very casual pub where you are a regular. Otherwise, use 'Dobrý den'.
Yes, it is exactly the same in Slovak!
Yes, it is used for both hello and goodbye.
In Czech, it is always spelled Ahoj.
Functionally nothing, but 'Ahoj' is the original Czech favorite.
Expressions liées
Čau
synonymInformal hi/bye
Nazdar
similarInformal greeting
Dobrý den
contrastGood day
Měj se
builds onTake care
Těpic
specialized formSlangy hi
