Signification
Confirms that the speaker has specific knowledge or information.
Contexte culturel
Slovaks value 'skromnosť' (modesty). While saying 'Viem to' is fine, saying it too loudly or frequently can make you seem like a 'vševed' (know-it-all). In academic and formal circles, there is a strong distinction between 'knowledge' (vedieť) and 'wisdom' (múdrosť). 'Viem to' is for the former. In a hierarchy, a subordinate might use 'Rozumiem' (I understand) instead of 'Viem to' to show respect for the boss's instruction. Younger generations often use English loanwords like 'Checkujem to' or 'Viem, o čom hovoríš' to sound more modern.
The 'To' is your friend
If you forget the rest of the sentence, just say 'Viem to.' It covers almost any factual confirmation.
Don't be a robot
Vary your response. Instead of always saying 'Viem to,' try 'Jasné' or 'Presne tak' to sound more natural.
Signification
Confirms that the speaker has specific knowledge or information.
The 'To' is your friend
If you forget the rest of the sentence, just say 'Viem to.' It covers almost any factual confirmation.
Don't be a robot
Vary your response. Instead of always saying 'Viem to,' try 'Jasné' or 'Presne tak' to sound more natural.
The 'O tom' trick
Use 'Viem o tom' when you want to sound like you've been following a situation, not just that you know one fact.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct verb for the sentence: 'I know Peter.'
_____ Petra.
You must use 'poznať' for people.
Complete the response to: 'Zajtra prší.' (It's raining tomorrow.)
Áno, _____ to.
The correct form for 'I know' is 'viem'.
What would you say if a friend tells you a secret you already heard?
Kamarát: 'Peter má nové auto!' Ty: '_____'
'Viem to' confirms you already have the information.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are confirming you know how to use a computer.
'Viem to' can refer to a skill or operation.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Viem vs. Poznám
Banque d exercices
4 exercices_____ Petra.
You must use 'poznať' for people.
Áno, _____ to.
The correct form for 'I know' is 'viem'.
Kamarát: 'Peter má nové auto!' Ty: '_____'
'Viem to' confirms you already have the information.
Situation: You are confirming you know how to use a computer.
'Viem to' can refer to a skill or operation.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, in casual speech, 'Viem' is often enough, especially if the context is clear.
Yes, it is neutral. To make it more polite, add 'Áno' at the beginning and 'ďakujem' at the end.
'Viem to' is for a specific fact. 'Viem o tom' is for a general situation or news.
You say 'Viem plávať.' You don't need the 'to' when followed by another verb.
Expressions liées
Poznám to
similarI am familiar with it.
Viem o tom
similarI know about it.
Daj mi vedieť
builds onLet me know.
Neviem
contrastI don't know.
Viem si predstaviť
specialized formI can imagine.
