Signification
Expressing happiness about something.
Contexte culturel
Czechs often use 'Jsem rád' to avoid appearing too boastful. It's a modest way to acknowledge success. The phrase is nearly identical in Slovak ('Som rád'), reflecting the shared linguistic history and cultural values of the former Czechoslovakia. In Czech business, 'Jsem rád' is used to build rapport. It's common to start a meeting by saying you're glad to see everyone. On Instagram or Facebook, Czechs often use the hashtag #jsemrad or #mamradost to share positive life updates.
Gender is Key
If you only learn one thing, learn that women say 'ráda'. It's the most obvious mistake for listeners.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma before 'že'. It's a strict rule in Czech writing.
Signification
Expressing happiness about something.
Gender is Key
If you only learn one thing, learn that women say 'ráda'. It's the most obvious mistake for listeners.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma before 'že'. It's a strict rule in Czech writing.
Drop the 'Jsem'
In casual speech, you can just say 'Rád tě vidím' or 'Ráda tě poznávám'. It sounds very natural.
Modesty
Use 'Jsem rád' to accept compliments gracefully without sounding arrogant.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct form for a female speaker.
Ahoj, jsem _____, že tě vidím!
A female speaker must use the feminine ending '-a'.
Fill in the missing word (to be).
My _____ rádi, že máte čas.
'Jsme' is the first-person plural form of 'být' (to be).
Match the Czech phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the basic gender and number variations.
Complete the dialogue.
Petr: 'Mám pro tebe kávu.' Jana: 'Děkuju, ____ _____.'
Jana is a female name, so she should use 'jsem ráda'.
Which phrase fits best when meeting a friend?
You see your friend Martin at the park.
'Rád tě vidím' is the standard greeting for seeing someone.
Select the correct preposition.
Jsem rád ___ tvůj dárek.
The phrase 'jsem rád za [něco]' uses the preposition 'za'.
🎉 Score : /6
Aides visuelles
Gender Endings for 'Rád'
Male (Singular)
- • Jsem rád
Female (Singular)
- • Jsem ráda
Plural (Group)
- • Jsme rádi
Banque d exercices
6 exercicesAhoj, jsem _____, že tě vidím!
A female speaker must use the feminine ending '-a'.
My _____ rádi, že máte čas.
'Jsme' is the first-person plural form of 'být' (to be).
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the basic gender and number variations.
Petr: 'Mám pro tebe kávu.' Jana: 'Děkuju, ____ _____.'
Jana is a female name, so she should use 'jsem ráda'.
You see your friend Martin at the park.
'Rád tě vidím' is the standard greeting for seeing someone.
Jsem rád ___ tvůj dárek.
The phrase 'jsem rád za [něco]' uses the preposition 'za'.
🎉 Score : /6
Questions fréquentes
14 questionsNo, use 'Mám rád' for liking things. 'Jsem rád' means 'I am glad'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
The plural is 'rádi' for men or mixed groups, and 'rády' for all-female groups.
Just add 'ne' to the verb: 'Nejsem rád'.
It's an old 'short form' adjective. Most Czech adjectives are long, but this one stayed short.
Yes, it means 'I am happy for you'.
'Rád' is an adjective (glad), 'radost' is a noun (joy).
Yes, it means 'Very glad'.
Use 'Byl bych rád'.
In formal writing, yes. In casual speech, it's often dropped in greetings.
If the dog is happy, you say 'Pes je rád'.
Yes, as 'Som rád'.
Yes, 'Jsem rád, že...'.
People often just say 'Super' or 'Pecka' instead.
Expressions liées
Mám radost
similarI have joy / I am happy
Těší mě
specialized formPleased to meet you
Mám rád
builds onI like
Rád bych
specialized formI would like
Být rád, že...
synonymTo be glad that...
Dělat něco rád
specialized formTo like doing something
