Signification
A type of wine made from dark grapes.
Contexte culturel
In Slovakia, it is traditional to clink glasses and say 'Na zdravie!' while looking the other person in the eye. Not doing so is considered bad luck. The 'Vinobranie' festivals in Pezinok and Modra are major cultural events where red wine flows freely and traditional food like 'lokše' is served. Red wine is often served at room temperature, but in the summer, some Slovaks might add a splash of soda water to make a 'vínny strik', though this is more common with white wine. Frankovka modrá is the most iconic Slovak red wine, historically linked to the Habsburg monarchy.
Ordering Tip
When ordering a glass, always use the genitive: 'Pohár červeného vína'.
Eye Contact
Always maintain eye contact when toasting with red wine in Slovakia.
Signification
A type of wine made from dark grapes.
Ordering Tip
When ordering a glass, always use the genitive: 'Pohár červeného vína'.
Eye Contact
Always maintain eye contact when toasting with red wine in Slovakia.
Temperature
Don't be surprised if red wine is served slightly warmer than you're used to; room temperature is the standard.
Variety Names
Learn the name 'Frankovka modrá'—it's the most common red wine you'll see.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the phrase.
Prosím si jeden pohár _______ (červené víno).
After 'pohár' (a glass), we use the genitive case.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct option:
'Víno' is neuter, so the adjective must end in '-é'.
Match the Slovak phrase with its English translation.
Match the following:
These are the four main types of wine you will encounter.
Complete the dialogue.
Čašník: Čo si dáte? Ty: Dám si _______, prosím.
In this context, the accusative case is used, which for 'víno' is the same as the nominative.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Types of Wine in Slovak
Farba (Color)
- • Červené
- • Biele
- • Ružové
Wine vs. Water Grammar
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesProsím si jeden pohár _______ (červené víno).
After 'pohár' (a glass), we use the genitive case.
Select the correct option:
'Víno' is neuter, so the adjective must end in '-é'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the four main types of wine you will encounter.
Čašník: Čo si dáte? Ty: Dám si _______, prosím.
In this context, the accusative case is used, which for 'víno' is the same as the nominative.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNeither! It is neuter. 'Víno' is a neuter noun, and 'červené' is the neuter form of the adjective.
You say 'fľaša červeného vína'. Note the change to the genitive case.
Frankovka modrá is widely considered the most popular and traditional red variety.
Yes, in informal settings, you can drop 'víno' if the context is clear, e.g., 'Dám si jedno červené.'
It varies. You can get a decent bottle for 5-10 euros, but premium archive wines can cost much more.
Generally, no. It is considered a faux pas to put ice in red wine.
It means 'dry', indicating the wine is not sweet.
Technically no, it's 'ovocné víno' (fruit wine), but it looks red and is often sold alongside it.
Raise your glass, look your partner in the eye, and say 'Na zdravie!'
Yes, many believe a small glass is good for blood circulation and heart health.
Expressions liées
biele víno
contrastwhite wine
ružové víno
similarrosé wine
varené víno
specialized formmulled wine
suché víno
specialized formdry wine
vínny strik
builds onwine spritzer
