Signification
A simple request for an object.
Contexte culturel
In Slovak households, directness is a sign of comfort. Using 'Daj mi to' without 'prosím' isn't necessarily rude among family; it's just efficient. The T-V distinction (Tykanie/Vykanie) is strictly observed. Using the 'Ty' form (Daj) with a stranger can lead to a cold response or even a verbal reprimand. Younger generations are more likely to use English loanwords or slang variations like 'Hoď mi to' (Throw it to me) even for non-throwing actions. In villages, the imperative is often used very sharply. It's not aggression, but a reflection of a hardworking, no-nonsense lifestyle.
Add 'prosím'
Even in informal settings, adding 'prosím' makes you sound much more likeable as a learner.
Watch the 'Vy'
Never use 'Daj' with someone you don't know well. Use 'Dajte' instead.
Signification
A simple request for an object.
Add 'prosím'
Even in informal settings, adding 'prosím' makes you sound much more likeable as a learner.
Watch the 'Vy'
Never use 'Daj' with someone you don't know well. Use 'Dajte' instead.
Object Gender
If you know the noun, replace 'to' with the specific noun for better fluency (e.g., 'Daj mi kľúče').
Eye Contact
When saying 'Daj mi to', maintain eye contact. It shows you are making a direct request.
Teste-toi
Which of the following is the correct informal way to ask a friend for a book?
Asking for a book (kniha):
'Daj' is informal, and 'tú knihu' is the correct feminine accusative form.
Fill in the missing pronoun to say 'Give it to me'.
Daj ___ to.
'Mi' is the short dative pronoun required here.
Match the phrase to the correct person you are speaking to.
1. Daj mi to. | 2. Dajte mi to, prosím.
Informal 'Daj' is for friends; formal 'Dajte' is for bosses or superiors.
Complete the dialogue between two brothers.
Adam: 'Máš môj telefón?' | Juraj: 'Áno, mám.' | Adam: 'Tak ___ ___ ___!'
Since 'telefón' is masculine, we use 'ho' (him/it) instead of 'to'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Who to say 'Daj mi to' to
Safe
- • Friends
- • Siblings
- • Children
Unsafe
- • Boss
- • Teacher
- • Waiter
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesAsking for a book (kniha):
'Daj' is informal, and 'tú knihu' is the correct feminine accusative form.
Daj ___ to.
'Mi' is the short dative pronoun required here.
1. Daj mi to. | 2. Dajte mi to, prosím.
Informal 'Daj' is for friends; formal 'Dajte' is for bosses or superiors.
Adam: 'Máš môj telefón?' | Juraj: 'Áno, mám.' | Adam: 'Tak ___ ___ ___!'
Since 'telefón' is masculine, we use 'ho' (him/it) instead of 'to'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt depends on the context. With friends, it's normal. With strangers, it's very rude.
No, the word order is almost always 'Daj mi to'.
The formal version is 'Dajte mi to'.
You would say 'Daj jej to'.
Yes, you can say 'Daj mi tie peniaze'.
Use 'Daj mi tamto'.
It is perfective. The imperfective 'Dávaj' is used for repeated actions or 'Hurry up!'.
Only in a very casual email to a close friend. Otherwise, use 'Prosím o zaslanie...'.
In this short phrase, yes. In longer sentences, it follows the 'second position' rule for clitics.
'Daj' is 'give', 'Podaj' is 'hand over/pass'.
Expressions liées
Podaj mi to
similarHand it to me
Daj mi pokoj
idiomLeave me alone
Daj mi vedieť
builds onLet me know
Dajte mi to
formal formGive it to me (formal)
Vráť mi to
contrastGive it back to me
