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Asking permission to enter a room.
문화적 배경
Knocking is mandatory. Even if a door is open, it is polite to knock on the frame and ask 'Můžu dál?' before entering an office or a private room. The culture is nearly identical. The Slovak equivalent is 'Môžem ďalej?', which follows the exact same logic and social rules. There is a strong distinction between public and private space. Entering someone's 'territory' (like an office desk area) requires this verbal 'key'. In the US or UK, people often say 'Can I come in?' or just 'Hi, do you have a minute?'. The Czech 'Můžu dál?' is more focused on the physical act of crossing the threshold.
Wait for the answer
After saying 'Můžu dál?', wait a split second for a nod or a 'Jo' before fully entering.
Don't just walk in
Even if you know the person well, walking in without 'Můžu dál?' can be seen as aggressive in Czech culture.
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Asking permission to enter a room.
Wait for the answer
After saying 'Můžu dál?', wait a split second for a nod or a 'Jo' before fully entering.
Don't just walk in
Even if you know the person well, walking in without 'Můžu dál?' can be seen as aggressive in Czech culture.
The 'Na slovíčko' combo
Add 'na slovíčko' (for a word) to sound like a native when you have a quick question: 'Můžu dál na slovíčko?'
The Threshold Rule
Never finish the conversation while standing in the doorway. Either go 'dál' or stay out.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word to ask for permission to enter.
Klepnu na dveře a řeknu: 'Můžu ___?'
'Dál' is the correct adverb used in this idiomatic expression.
Which response is the most likely one you will hear after saying 'Můžu dál?'
A: Můžu dál? B: ________
'Dále!' is the standard short response meaning 'Come in!'.
Match the phrase to the correct level of formality.
1. Smím vstoupit? 2. Můžu dál? 3. Můžu?
'Smím' is formal, 'Můžu dál' is neutral, and just 'Můžu' is very informal.
Complete the dialogue at the doctor's office.
Pacient: (klepe) Dobrý den, _____ dál? Sestra: Ano, pojďte dál.
'Můžu' (can I) is the correct modal verb for asking permission.
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시각 학습 자료
Where to use 'Můžu dál?'
Professional
- • Doctor's office
- • Boss's office
- • Meeting room
Social
- • Friend's house
- • Bedroom door
- • Shared kitchen
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Klepnu na dveře a řeknu: 'Můžu ___?'
'Dál' is the correct adverb used in this idiomatic expression.
A: Můžu dál? B: ________
'Dále!' is the standard short response meaning 'Come in!'.
1. Smím vstoupit? 2. Můžu dál? 3. Můžu?
'Smím' is formal, 'Můžu dál' is neutral, and just 'Můžu' is very informal.
Pacient: (klepe) Dobrý den, _____ dál? Sestra: Ano, pojďte dál.
'Můžu' (can I) is the correct modal verb for asking permission.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, it is perfectly neutral and polite. If you want to be extra respectful, use 'Smím dál?'.
Still knock on the doorframe and say 'Můžu dál?'. It shows you respect their workspace.
You can, and people will understand, but it sounds like a literal translation from English. 'Můžu dál?' is much more natural.
'Mohu' is the formal, written form. 'Můžu' is the standard spoken form used by everyone.
Say 'Pojďte dál' (formal/plural) or 'Pojď dál' (informal). Or just 'Dále!'.
Czech grammar allows omitting verbs of motion when the direction (dál) and the intent (můžu) are clear.
Only if the shop looks closed or private. For a normal open shop, just say 'Dobrý den'.
'Dál' is the common form. 'Dále' is slightly more formal and is usually used as the command 'Come in!'.
Say 'Můžu jenom na vteřinu?' (Can I just for a second?).
It's not strictly necessary because the question itself is polite, but 'Můžu dál, prosím?' never hurts.
관련 표현
Pojďte dál
builds onCome in (formal/plural)
Dále!
similarCome in! / Further!
Vstupte
synonymEnter
Můžu na moment?
specialized formCan I [come in] for a moment?
Jděte dál
contrastKeep going / Go further
