A1 Proverb ニュートラル

Bez práce nejsou koláče

No pain, no gain

意味

You must work for rewards.

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文化的背景

The 'koláč' is central to Czech hospitality. In villages, neighbors still exchange them during 'posvícení' (church consecration anniversaries). Slovaks use the exact same proverb ('Bez práce nie sú koláče'). It reflects the shared history and agricultural roots of both nations. The emphasis on 'pastries' as a reward is common in the former Austro-Hungarian empire, where baking was a highly developed art form. Even in high-tech startups in Prague, this proverb is used to ground employees in the reality of hard work over 'hype.'

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Use it for encouragement

If a friend is tired of studying Czech, say this to them. It shows you know the culture and you're being supportive.

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Don't change the pastry

Even if you prefer 'koblihy' (donuts), the proverb only works with 'koláče'.

意味

You must work for rewards.

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Use it for encouragement

If a friend is tired of studying Czech, say this to them. It shows you know the culture and you're being supportive.

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Don't change the pastry

Even if you prefer 'koblihy' (donuts), the proverb only works with 'koláče'.

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The 'Koláč' context

Remember that a 'koláč' is a round, flat pastry. If you call a loaf of bread a 'koláč', people will be confused!

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word in the proverb.

Bez práce nejsou _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: koláče

The standard form of the proverb uses 'koláče' (pastries).

Which verb form is correct in this proverb?

Bez práce _______ koláče.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: nejsou

We use 'nejsou' because 'koláče' is plural.

In which situation would you most likely say 'Bez práce nejsou koláče'?

Match the situation to the phrase.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Someone is complaining about having to study for an exam.

The phrase is used to motivate someone to work for their future success.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Chci mít svaly jako ty!' B: 'Musíš každý den cvičit. _______.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Bez práce nejsou koláče

The speaker is explaining that muscles require hard work.

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練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing word in the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Bez práce nejsou _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: koláče

The standard form of the proverb uses 'koláče' (pastries).

Which verb form is correct in this proverb? Choose A2

Bez práce _______ koláče.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: nejsou

We use 'nejsou' because 'koláče' is plural.

In which situation would you most likely say 'Bez práce nejsou koláče'? situation_matching A1

Match the situation to the phrase.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Someone is complaining about having to study for an exam.

The phrase is used to motivate someone to work for their future success.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: 'Chci mít svaly jako ty!' B: 'Musíš každý den cvičit. _______.'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Bez práce nejsou koláče

The speaker is explaining that muscles require hard work.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

4 問

Yes, though often with a bit of irony or in a professional context. It's so deeply ingrained that everyone understands it.

It's a bit informal for a first contact, but in a motivational internal email to a team, it's perfect.

Because 'koláče' is plural. In Czech, the verb must agree with the number of the subject.

It's a traditional Czech sourdough pastry with various sweet toppings. It comes from the word 'kolo' (wheel).

関連フレーズ

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Pečení holubi nelétají do huby

similar

Roasted pigeons don't fly into your mouth.

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Kdo nepracuje, ať nejí

similar

He who does not work, let him not eat.

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Zlaté české ručičky

builds on

Golden Czech hands.

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Ležet ladem

contrast

To lie fallow / To do nothing.

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