Signification
Walking for leisure or exercise.
Contexte culturel
The 'Sunday Walk' (nedeľná prechádzka) is a sacred family tradition, often followed by coffee and cake. The 'Korzo' is the traditional walking route in the old town where people have promenaded for centuries. Spa towns (like Piešťany) are designed around 'kolonády' (colonnades) specifically for leisurely walking between treatments. Walking the dog (venčenie) is the most common reason for daily 'prechádzky' in apartment-heavy cities.
The 'U' Rule
Always remember the 'u' at the end of 'prechádzku' when you are *going* there. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Don't say 'robiť'
Never say 'robím prechádzku'. It sounds like you are physically building a walkway with bricks.
Signification
Walking for leisure or exercise.
The 'U' Rule
Always remember the 'u' at the end of 'prechádzku' when you are *going* there. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Don't say 'robiť'
Never say 'robím prechádzku'. It sounds like you are physically building a walkway with bricks.
Use 'prejsť sa' for variety
If you want to sound more like a local, use 'Idem sa prejsť' instead of the full phrase.
The Sunday Invitation
If a Slovak invites you for a walk on Sunday, it's a sign of friendship and trust.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the noun 'prechádzka'.
Idem na ________.
After 'ísť na', we use the accusative case. For feminine nouns ending in -a, the ending changes to -u.
Which sentence is a natural invitation to a friend?
Choose the best option:
'Ideš na prechádzku?' is the standard way to ask 'Are you going for a walk?' or 'Do you want to go for a walk?'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Vonku je pekne. B: Áno, poďme ________.
'Poďme na prechádzku' is the most natural suggestion in this context.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to clear your head after a long day of work.
A walk is the best activity for clearing one's head ('vyvetrať si hlavu').
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Prechádzka vs. Túra
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIdem na ________.
After 'ísť na', we use the accusative case. For feminine nouns ending in -a, the ending changes to -u.
Choose the best option:
'Ideš na prechádzku?' is the standard way to ask 'Are you going for a walk?' or 'Do you want to go for a walk?'.
A: Vonku je pekne. B: Áno, poďme ________.
'Poďme na prechádzku' is the most natural suggestion in this context.
You want to clear your head after a long day of work.
A walk is the best activity for clearing one's head ('vyvetrať si hlavu').
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsA 'prechádzka' is easy and for leisure, usually in a park or city. A 'túra' is a hike in the mountains requiring more effort.
No, this phrase specifically means walking. If you are driving for leisure, you would say 'ísť na výlet' (to go on a trip).
Because the verb 'ísť' combined with 'na' indicates direction/purpose, which requires the accusative case.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandma, or your best friend.
You say 'Som na prechádzke'. The ending changes to -e because you are now in a location (locative case).
Yes, 'večerná prechádzka' (evening walk) is very common and sounds quite romantic.
It's a specific word for walking the dog, but 'ísť na prechádzku so psom' is also perfectly correct.
Yes, 'na' is essential. You cannot say 'ísť prechádzku'.
Yes, it is a feminine noun ending in -a.
Yes, you can say 'Dáme si prechádzku a preberieme to' (We'll take a walk and discuss it).
Expressions liées
prejsť sa
similarTo take a walk (reflexive verb)
ísť na túru
specialized formTo go on a hike
vyvetrať si hlavu
builds onTo clear one's head
ísť pešo
contrastTo go on foot
venčiť psa
similarTo walk the dog
