A1 Expression 중립

Jdu domů

I am going home

Stating one's destination is home.

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문화적 배경

Czechs often value their 'klid' (peace/quiet) at home. Saying 'Jdu domů' is often a signal that one is retreating from the social world to recharge. In a pub, 'Jdu domů' is the standard way to signal you've had enough. It's often followed by 'Zaplatím!' (I'll pay!). For many Czechs, 'home' on the weekend is their cottage. They might say 'Jedu domů' when leaving the city for the countryside. The concept of 'teplo domova' (the warmth of home) is very strong. 'Jdu domů' implies returning to this warmth.

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The 'U' Rule

Think of the 'u' in 'domů' as 'Up to the house'. It helps you remember it's for direction.

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Don't say 'do'

Adding 'do' before 'domů' is the most common beginner mistake. Resist the urge!

Stating one's destination is home.

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The 'U' Rule

Think of the 'u' in 'domů' as 'Up to the house'. It helps you remember it's for direction.

⚠️

Don't say 'do'

Adding 'do' before 'domů' is the most common beginner mistake. Resist the urge!

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Walking vs. Driving

If you want to sound like a native, always use 'jedu' if you're on a tram. Using 'jdu' for a tram ride is a dead giveaway that you're a learner.

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The Pub Exit

When leaving a pub, say 'Jdu domů' clearly so the waiter knows to bring your bill.

셀프 테스트

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'Už je noc, jdu ____.'

Už je noc, jdu ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: domů

'Domů' is the correct directional adverb for 'where to'.

Fill in the correct form of the verb 'jít'.

Já už ____ domů. Ahoj!

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: jdu

The first person singular form of 'jít' is 'jdu'.

Match the phrase to the correct situation.

Which phrase would you use if you are driving home in a car?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Jedu domů

'Jedu' is used for vehicles, 'jdu' for walking.

Complete the dialogue.

Petr: 'Kam jdeš?' Jana: '____.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Domů

The question 'Kam?' (Whither/Where to?) requires the directional answer 'Domů'.

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시각 학습 자료

Walking vs. Transport

Jít (Walking)
Jdu domů I'm walking home
Jet (Transport)
Jedu domů I'm driving/riding home

Common Contexts

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Work

  • Leaving office
  • End of shift
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Social

  • Leaving pub
  • End of party
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Personal

  • After gym
  • After walk

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'Už je noc, jdu ____.' Choose A1

Už je noc, jdu ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: domů

'Domů' is the correct directional adverb for 'where to'.

Fill in the correct form of the verb 'jít'. Fill Blank A1

Já už ____ domů. Ahoj!

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: jdu

The first person singular form of 'jít' is 'jdu'.

Match the phrase to the correct situation. situation_matching A2

Which phrase would you use if you are driving home in a car?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Jedu domů

'Jedu' is used for vehicles, 'jdu' for walking.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

Petr: 'Kam jdeš?' Jana: '____.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Domů

The question 'Kam?' (Whither/Where to?) requires the directional answer 'Domů'.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

12 질문

Technically no, you should use 'Jedu domů'. However, in very casual speech, some people use 'jdu' to mean 'I am leaving', but it's better to use 'jedu'.

'Domů' means 'to my home' (the concept). 'Do domu' means 'into the physical building'.

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.

You say 'Jdu k tobě domů' or just 'Jdu k tobě'.

The 'ů' indicates a long 'u' sound that historically evolved from a long 'o'.

No, that is grammatically incorrect. 'Domů' never takes a preposition.

Chci jít domů.

No, in this context, it functions as an adverb of direction.

You can still say 'Jdu domů' if you consider it your home, or 'Jdu k rodičům'.

Yes, usually it means you are in the process of leaving or about to start.

Yes, you can tell your dog 'Běž domů!' (Go home!).

Yes, 'Mažu domů' or 'Valím domů' are very common slang alternatives.

관련 표현

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Jedu domů

similar

I am going home (by vehicle)

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Vracím se domů

builds on

I am returning home

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Jsem doma

contrast

I am at home

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Pojď domů

specialized form

Come home

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Trefit domů

similar

To find one's way home

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