Signification
Directing someone to move closer
Contexte culturel
The distinction between 'Ty' and 'Vy' is very important. 'Pojď sem' is strictly for 'Ty' (informal). Using it with a stranger is a major faux pas. Slovak uses 'Poď sem', which is nearly identical. The cultural rules for formality are also the same as in the Czech Republic. In many Central European cultures, calling someone over with a finger (palm up) can be seen as calling a dog. Using the whole hand (palm down) is often seen as more polite. In texting (WhatsApp/Messenger), 'Pojď sem' is often shortened or used with emojis to show location sharing.
Use your hands
Czechs often use a beckoning gesture with 'Pojď sem'. It makes the command clearer for beginners.
The 'Vy' Rule
Never say 'Pojď sem' to someone you address as 'Vy'. It's a quick way to seem uneducated or rude.
Signification
Directing someone to move closer
Use your hands
Czechs often use a beckoning gesture with 'Pojď sem'. It makes the command clearer for beginners.
The 'Vy' Rule
Never say 'Pojď sem' to someone you address as 'Vy'. It's a quick way to seem uneducated or rude.
Softening the blow
Add 'na vteřinku' (for a second) to make the request sound much less demanding.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct adverb to complete the sentence.
Pojď _____, chci ti něco ukázat.
Because 'Pojď' is a verb of movement, we must use the directional adverb 'sem'.
Fill in the correct form of the imperative (singular or plural).
Pane Nováku, ______ sem, prosím.
Since you are addressing 'Pan Novák' (formal), you must use the plural/formal form 'Pojďte'.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Which phrase would you use to call your dog?
You use the informal 'Pojď sem' for pets.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kde jsi? B: Jsem v kuchyni. ______ sem!
The speaker is inviting the other person to their current location.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesPojď _____, chci ti něco ukázat.
Because 'Pojď' is a verb of movement, we must use the directional adverb 'sem'.
Pane Nováku, ______ sem, prosím.
Since you are addressing 'Pan Novák' (formal), you must use the plural/formal form 'Pojďte'.
Which phrase would you use to call your dog?
You use the informal 'Pojď sem' for pets.
A: Kde jsi? B: Jsem v kuchyni. ______ sem!
The speaker is inviting the other person to their current location.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsNot really. For 'Come on!' as in 'Let's go!', use 'Pojďme!' or 'No tak!'. 'Pojď sem' is strictly about physical location.
Between friends, no. To a stranger, yes. It's all about the relationship and the 'Ty/Vy' distinction.
The plural is 'Pojďte sem'. You use this for two or more people, or for one person you are being formal with.
'Přijď sem' is grammatically correct but sounds like an invitation for a future time (e.g., 'Come to my house tomorrow'). For immediate movement, 'Pojď sem' is the standard.
Expressions liées
Pojďte dál
similarCome in / Come further
Pojď blíž
specialized formCome closer
Vrať se
contrastCome back
Uhni
contrastMove out of the way
