Signification
Being brave in a situation.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'občianska guráž' (civic courage) is very important in post-communist Slovakia, referring to the bravery of individuals to speak against corruption. Mountain carriers (nosiči) who carry 60-100kg of supplies to mountain huts are seen as the epitome of physical 'guráž'. Jánošík, the Slovak Robin Hood, is the historical symbol of 'guráž', fighting against the 'páni' (lords). In Bratislava's growing tech hub, 'mať guráž' is used to describe entrepreneurs taking risks in the global market.
Use with 'na to'
If you want to say 'I have the guts for IT', always use 'Mám **na to** guráž'.
Don't use 'som'
Never say 'Som guráž'. It's always 'Mám guráž'.
Signification
Being brave in a situation.
Use with 'na to'
If you want to say 'I have the guts for IT', always use 'Mám **na to** guráž'.
Don't use 'som'
Never say 'Som guráž'. It's always 'Mám guráž'.
Nabrať vs. Mať
Use 'nabrať guráž' to describe the moment you finally decide to do something scary.
Complimenting
Telling a Slovak 'Máš guráž' is a very high compliment for their character.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'mať'.
Môj otec ______ guráž skočiť do studenej vody.
'Otec' (father) is 3rd person singular (he), so we use 'má'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
How do you say 'I don't have the guts for it'?
Slovak uses 'na to' (for it) and the accusative 'guráž'.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural phrase.
A: Chcem požiadať o zvýšenie platu. B: To je super! ________, určite si to zaslúžiš.
B is giving an imperative/encouragement, so 'Maj guráž' (Have courage) is correct.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: Someone just performed a dangerous stunt.
'Klobúk dolu' (Hats off) is used to praise a past action.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Guráž vs. Odvaha
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMôj otec ______ guráž skočiť do studenej vody.
'Otec' (father) is 3rd person singular (he), so we use 'má'.
How do you say 'I don't have the guts for it'?
Slovak uses 'na to' (for it) and the accusative 'guráž'.
A: Chcem požiadať o zvýšenie platu. B: To je super! ________, určite si to zaslúžiš.
B is giving an imperative/encouragement, so 'Maj guráž' (Have courage) is correct.
Situation: Someone just performed a dangerous stunt.
'Klobúk dolu' (Hats off) is used to praise a past action.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot exactly. It's informal/neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends, but maybe not in a legal contract.
'Odvaha' is the standard, more formal word for courage. 'Guráž' is more about 'guts' and spirit.
No, it's only for mental/moral bravery. For physical strength, use 'sila'.
You say 'Máš guráž' (You have courage).
It is 'tá guráž' (feminine), but in the phrase 'mať guráž', you don't usually need the article/gender marker.
No, use 'veľkú guráž' (big courage) because 'guráž' is a noun.
Yes, it's vulgar. Only use it with very close friends in casual settings.
Yes, it shows you are energetic and proactive. It's a good word to use!
The most common opposite is 'mať strach' (to have fear) or 'byť zbabelý' (to be cowardly).
No, it comes from French 'courage', just like the English word does!
Expressions liées
mať odvahu
synonymto have courage
nabrať guráž
builds onto gather courage
stratiť guráž
contrastto lose courage
mať chochmes
similarto have wit/guts
dodávať guráž
builds onto encourage
mať gule
specialized formto have balls
