Signification
To know something perfectly
Contexte culturel
The phrase is deeply tied to the 'Maturita' culture. Students often use it to describe their level of preparation for this high-stakes exam. Reflects the historical pride in manual precision, where a master craftsman would know every detail of his work down to his smallest finger. Czech schools emphasize rote memorization of facts, making this idiom very common in academic settings. Using this phrase is a sign of 'Czech-ness.' It shows you understand the informal, idiomatic nature of the language beyond textbook grammar.
Use 'v malíku' for extra street cred
Shortening it to 'v malíku' makes you sound much more like a local in casual settings.
Don't forget the 'to'
The phrase usually needs an object. If you don't name the subject, use 'to'.
Signification
To know something perfectly
Use 'v malíku' for extra street cred
Shortening it to 'v malíku' makes you sound much more like a local in casual settings.
Don't forget the 'to'
The phrase usually needs an object. If you don't name the subject, use 'to'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word in the correct form.
Petr se učil celou noc, takže teď má historii v _______.
After the preposition 'v', we need the locative case of 'malíček', which is 'malíčku'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'She is an expert in math'?
Jak to řeknete přirozeně?
The idiom always uses the verb 'mít' (to have) and the structure 'mít [něco] v malíčku'.
Match the situation to the correct response.
Situation: Your friend is nervous about a driving test.
'Máš to v malíčku' is the best way to say 'You know this perfectly, you'll pass easily.'
Complete the dialogue.
A: Nevíš, jak opravit tenhle kód? B: Zeptej se Martina, ten ______ v malíčku.
'To' is the general pronoun used in this idiom to refer to a situation or skill.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesPetr se učil celou noc, takže teď má historii v _______.
After the preposition 'v', we need the locative case of 'malíček', which is 'malíčku'.
Jak to řeknete přirozeně?
The idiom always uses the verb 'mít' (to have) and the structure 'mít [něco] v malíčku'.
Situation: Your friend is nervous about a driving test.
'Máš to v malíčku' is the best way to say 'You know this perfectly, you'll pass easily.'
A: Nevíš, jak opravit tenhle kód? B: Zeptej se Martina, ten ______ v malíčku.
'To' is the general pronoun used in this idiom to refer to a situation or skill.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it's not rude, but it is confident. Use it when you are sure of your skills.
No, you have *knowledge* or *skills* in your little finger, not people.
'Malíčku' is the standard diminutive, 'malíku' is more colloquial. Both are fine.
No, that's not a standard idiom. Stick to the little finger!
Only if you have a friendly relationship with the recipient. Otherwise, use 'ovládám'.
You can say 'Nemám to úplně v malíčku.'
Yes, you can have 'tenis v malíčku' if you know all the rules and techniques.
No, the idiom always uses the singular 'malíčku'.
Yes! 'Mám češtinu v malíčku' is a great goal for any learner.
It represents the idea that even your smallest part knows the subject perfectly.
Expressions liées
sypat z rukávu
similarTo produce information effortlessly.
znát jako své boty
synonymTo know something like one's own shoes.
mít pod palcem
contrastTo have under control.
být v něčem kovaný
similarTo be 'forged' in something.
