Signification
Asking for identification of an object.
Contexte culturel
Czechs appreciate when foreigners try to learn the language. Asking 'Co to je?' is a great way to start a conversation. The phrase is identical in Slovak, making it a universal tool across the region. Using this phrase in Slavic communities is a sign of respect for the linguistic heritage. In the broader Central European context, direct questions are preferred over beating around the bush.
Pointing is okay
In Czech, it is perfectly acceptable to point at an object while asking this question.
People vs. Objects
Never use this for people. It is very rude.
Signification
Asking for identification of an object.
Pointing is okay
In Czech, it is perfectly acceptable to point at an object while asking this question.
People vs. Objects
Never use this for people. It is very rude.
Add 'za'
Adding 'za' makes you sound like a native speaker asking for a category.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Co ___ je?
The structure is 'Co' + 'to' + 'je'.
Which question is correct for an object?
Select the correct option.
'Co' is for objects, 'Kdo' is for people.
Match the question to the answer.
Co to je? / Kdo to je?
Objects match with 'Co', people with 'Kdo'.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesCo ___ je?
The structure is 'Co' + 'to' + 'je'.
Select the correct option.
'Co' is for objects, 'Kdo' is for people.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Objects match with 'Co', people with 'Kdo'.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, it is very common to ask 'Co to je?' when you see an item you don't recognize.
No, it is a neutral question. Just don't point at people.
You can say 'Co to je?' for plural too, or 'Co to jsou?' for more precision.
Expressions liées
Kdo to je?
contrastWho is that?
Co je to za...?
builds onWhat kind of... is that?
Co se děje?
similarWhat is happening?
Co to znamená?
builds onWhat does that mean?
