Signification
The act of preparing a cup of coffee.
Contexte culturel
The 'Slovenský Turek' is a cultural icon. Even though espresso is popular, many older Slovaks still 'make coffee' by simply pouring boiling water over grounds in a glass mug. The 'coffee break' (kávová prestávka) is socially respected. If you say you are going to make coffee, people generally won't bother you with work for a few minutes. It is common to serve coffee with a small sweet treat (kekšík) or a piece of cake. Making the coffee is just the first step of the hosting ritual. In villages, 'making coffee' often happens after a long day of work in the garden. It marks the transition from labor to rest.
The 'Si' Rule
Always include 'si' if you are the one drinking the coffee. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Perfective vs Imperfective
Use 'urobiť' when you want to say you will do it or have done it. Use 'robiť' only if you are currently standing at the machine.
Signification
The act of preparing a cup of coffee.
The 'Si' Rule
Always include 'si' if you are the one drinking the coffee. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Perfective vs Imperfective
Use 'urobiť' when you want to say you will do it or have done it. Use 'robiť' only if you are currently standing at the machine.
Diminutives
Use 'kávičku' instead of 'kávu' to sound extra friendly and cozy. 'Urobím si kávičku.'
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun.
Idem ___ urobiť kávu do kuchyne.
We use 'si' (dative reflexive) to show the action is done for oneself.
Which sentence is the most natural way to offer coffee to a guest?
You have a guest at home. What do you say?
'Urobím ti kávu?' (Shall I make you a coffee?) is the standard polite offer.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are at work and need a 5-minute break.
In an office, 'urobiť si kávu' is the standard way to announce a short break.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Si unavený? B: Áno, ___________.
The future/intent 'urobím si kávu' fits the response to being tired.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIdem ___ urobiť kávu do kuchyne.
We use 'si' (dative reflexive) to show the action is done for oneself.
You have a guest at home. What do you say?
'Urobím ti kávu?' (Shall I make you a coffee?) is the standard polite offer.
Situation: You are at work and need a 5-minute break.
In an office, 'urobiť si kávu' is the standard way to announce a short break.
A: Si unavený? B: Áno, ___________.
The future/intent 'urobím si kávu' fits the response to being tired.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, but it sounds like a task you are doing for someone else or as a job. 'Si' makes it personal.
'Urobiť' is general (make). 'Uvariť' literally means to boil/cook, used for Turkish or instant coffee.
Yes, it's perfectly neutral. 'Urobíme si krátku pauzu na kávu?' is very common.
Use 'ti' (informal) or 'vám' (formal) instead of 'si'. 'Urobím ti kávu.'
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