Signification
Stating that one is at their house.
Contexte culturel
The 'Slipper Culture': Upon saying 'Jsem doma', it is mandatory to change into slippers (bačkory). Guests are also expected to do this. In Moravia, the verb 'být' is often replaced by 'su'. 'Su doma' is a mark of regional pride and sounds more casual. Czechs often refer to their weekend cottages (chaty) as 'doma'. It represents an emotional home rather than just a legal residence. Calling someone and asking 'Jsi doma?' is often a polite way to ask if they have time for a long conversation.
The 'Už' Trick
Always add 'už' when you walk in the door. 'Už jsem doma' sounds much more native than just 'Jsem doma'.
No Prepositions!
Never say 'v doma'. It's a classic giveaway that you're a beginner. 'Doma' is its own boss.
Signification
Stating that one is at their house.
The 'Už' Trick
Always add 'už' when you walk in the door. 'Už jsem doma' sounds much more native than just 'Jsem doma'.
No Prepositions!
Never say 'v doma'. It's a classic giveaway that you're a beginner. 'Doma' is its own boss.
The 'Aha' Moment
Use 'Už jsem doma' when you finally understand a Czech grammar rule. Your teacher will love it!
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'být' and the word 'doma'.
Ahoj mami, já ___ už ___.
For the first person 'já', the verb is 'jsem'. Since you are already there, use 'doma'.
Which sentence is correct when you are currently on the bus going to your house?
Kam jdeš?
'Jdu domů' indicates movement toward home, which is correct for being on a bus.
Match the Czech phrase with its English meaning.
Phrases: 1. Jsem doma, 2. Jdu domů, 3. Byl jsem doma, 4. Budu doma
Matching tenses and direction vs. location.
Complete the dialogue.
Petr: 'Kde jsi?' Jana: '___ ___ (I am home).'
Jana is answering a 'where' question, so she uses the static location.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You finally understand a difficult math problem.
This is the figurative use of the phrase meaning 'I get it now'.
🎉 Score : /5
Aides visuelles
Doma vs. Domů
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesAhoj mami, já ___ už ___.
For the first person 'já', the verb is 'jsem'. Since you are already there, use 'doma'.
Kam jdeš?
'Jdu domů' indicates movement toward home, which is correct for being on a bus.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Matching tenses and direction vs. location.
Petr: 'Kde jsi?' Jana: '___ ___ (I am home).'
Jana is answering a 'where' question, so she uses the static location.
Situation: You finally understand a difficult math problem.
This is the figurative use of the phrase meaning 'I get it now'.
🎉 Score : /5
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, if you still consider it your home. If not, 'Jsem u rodičů' is better.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Doma' is for location (where), 'domů' is for direction (where to).
Yes, but Czechs usually drop the 'Já' unless they want to emphasize that *they* are the ones at home.
It's the Moravian dialect version. It means the exact same thing.
Use 'Nejsem doma'.
Yes, in a broader context, 'doma' can mean 'in the Czech Republic' if you are speaking to someone abroad.
In standard speech, yes. In fast, casual speech, it often disappears.
'Doma' is your home; 'v domě' is just 'inside a building'.
Only if you are working from home. Otherwise, use 'v práci'.
Expressions liées
Jdu domů
contrastI am going home
Doma je doma
similarThere's no place like home
Cítit se jako doma
builds onTo feel at home
U mě doma
specialized formAt my place
Domácí vězení
specialized formHouse arrest
