Signification
Expressing that everything is okay.
Contexte culturel
The 'Pohoda' music festival in Trenčín is the largest in the country. Its name reflects the national desire for a relaxed, peaceful, and high-quality experience. Young Slovaks use 'v poho' almost as a filler word. It signals that they are part of a modern, globalized generation that is less formal than their parents. In the capital's corporate world, 'v pohode' is often used to signal that a project is on track without using stiff, formal language. When a host asks if you want more food and you say 'Som v pohode,' it's a polite way to decline while signaling you are satisfied.
The 'V poho' shortcut
When texting, always use 'v poho'. It makes you look like you've lived in Bratislava for years.
Don't over-enthuse
Slovaks use 'v pohode' to be chill. If you say it with too much excitement, it loses its meaning.
Signification
Expressing that everything is okay.
The 'V poho' shortcut
When texting, always use 'v poho'. It makes you look like you've lived in Bratislava for years.
Don't over-enthuse
Slovaks use 'v pohode' to be chill. If you say it with too much excitement, it loses its meaning.
The Thumbs Up
A physical thumbs up often accompanies 'v pohode' in noisy environments like bars.
The 'I'm fine' shield
If someone is being annoying or pushy, a firm 'Som v pohode' (I'm fine) is a polite way to end the interaction.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing phrase to complete the dialogue.
A: Prepáč, že som ti nezavolal. B: To je ________, nič sa nestalo.
'V pohode' is the most natural way to dismiss a minor apology in a casual conversation.
Which response is the most natural for a friend asking 'Ako sa máš?'
Ako sa máš?
'V pohode' is the standard informal response. 'Som dobrý' is a literal translation from English and sounds wrong in Slovak.
Match the situation with the best use of 'V pohode'.
1. Someone bumps into you. 2. You are asked if you like your new job. 3. You are texting a friend to say you'll be late.
These show the three main uses: dismissing an accident, giving an opinion, and texting slang.
Complete the dialogue in a way that sounds like a native speaker.
Jano: 'Môžem si požičať tvoj bicykel?' Ty: 'Jasné, ________.'
'V pohode' signals easy agreement to a request.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Formal vs. Informal 'Okay'
Common Variations
Texting
- • v poho
- • vp
Emphasis
- • úplne v pohode
- • maximálne v poho
Diminutive
- • pohodička
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesA: Prepáč, že som ti nezavolal. B: To je ________, nič sa nestalo.
'V pohode' is the most natural way to dismiss a minor apology in a casual conversation.
Ako sa máš?
'V pohode' is the standard informal response. 'Som dobrý' is a literal translation from English and sounds wrong in Slovak.
1. Someone bumps into you. 2. You are asked if you like your new job. 3. You are texting a friend to say you'll be late.
These show the three main uses: dismissing an accident, giving an opinion, and texting slang.
Jano: 'Môžem si požičať tvoj bicykel?' Ty: 'Jasné, ________.'
'V pohode' signals easy agreement to a request.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it's not rude, but it is informal. It's like saying 'it's cool' in English.
Yes, if your workplace is casual. If it's a formal bank or law firm, stick to 'v poriadku'.
'Fajn' is specifically about being 'fine' or 'good'. 'V pohode' is broader and can mean 'no problem' or 'acceptable'.
You can say 'Nie som v pohode' or 'Mám sa zle'.
It is used everywhere in Slovakia, though city youth use it more frequently.
Yes, if someone asks 'Can we do this?', 'V pohode' means 'Yes, that works'.
This is due to regressive assimilation. The voiceless 'p' makes the 'v' voiceless too.
Not strictly, but you can say 'úplne v pohode' for emphasis.
Yes, 'Tento počítač je v pohode' means the computer is working fine.
No, that's 'pekný'. 'V pohode' is about state and quality, not aesthetics.
Expressions liées
V poriadku
similarIn order / Alright
Bez problémov
synonymWithout problems
To nič
similarIt's nothing
Mám sa fajn
similarI am doing fine
Pohodička
specialized formLittle peace
