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A polite response to someone thanking you.
문화적 배경
Slovaks are generally modest. Over-thanking can sometimes make a Slovak feel uncomfortable, so a quick 'Rado sa stalo' helps reset the social balance quickly. In the capital, the pace is faster. 'Rado sa stalo' is often shortened in speech to sound almost like 'Rosastalo' when people are in a hurry. In the East, hospitality is legendary. 'Rado sa stalo' is often accompanied by an invitation for more food or drink, emphasizing the 'gladness' of the host. In business, 'Rado sa stalo' is used to build rapport. It signals that you are a 'tímový hráč' (team player) who enjoys collaborating.
The 'Safe' Choice
If you are ever unsure which 'You're welcome' to use, pick 'Rado sa stalo'. It is never wrong.
Gender Trap
Don't try to be grammatically clever by changing 'Rado' to 'Rada'. Keep it as 'Rado' every single time.
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A polite response to someone thanking you.
The 'Safe' Choice
If you are ever unsure which 'You're welcome' to use, pick 'Rado sa stalo'. It is never wrong.
Gender Trap
Don't try to be grammatically clever by changing 'Rado' to 'Rada'. Keep it as 'Rado' every single time.
Add a Smile
Because the phrase literally means 'gladly', it sounds much more authentic if you say it with a genuine smile.
Modesty is Key
If someone thanks you for something huge, follow 'Rado sa stalo' with 'To nestojí za reč' (It's not worth talking about) to sound like a true local.
셀프 테스트
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: Ďakujem za darček! B: ________ sa stalo.
The fixed expression always uses the neuter form 'Rado'.
Which response is most appropriate for a waiter in a restaurant?
Zákazník: 'Ďakujem za večeru, bolo to výborné.'
'Rado sa stalo' is the standard polite response. 'Si vítaný' is an incorrect literal translation from English.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: You helped an elderly lady cross the street. She says 'Ďakujem pekne, synak.'
When someone thanks you for a favor, 'Rado sa stalo' is the correct response.
Select the most natural flow for this office interaction.
Peter: 'Ema, vďaka za tie reporty.' Ema: '________. Potrebuješ ešte niečo?'
In a neutral office setting, all three are natural, though 'Rado sa stalo' is the most common.
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시각 학습 자료
Ways to say You're Welcome
Standard
- • Rado sa stalo
- • Prosím
Modest
- • Niet za čo
- • Za máličko
Formal
- • Bolo mi potešením
- • Som rád, že som pomohol
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제A: Ďakujem za darček! B: ________ sa stalo.
The fixed expression always uses the neuter form 'Rado'.
Zákazník: 'Ďakujem za večeru, bolo to výborné.'
'Rado sa stalo' is the standard polite response. 'Si vítaný' is an incorrect literal translation from English.
Situation: You helped an elderly lady cross the street. She says 'Ďakujem pekne, synak.'
When someone thanks you for a favor, 'Rado sa stalo' is the correct response.
Peter: 'Ema, vďaka za tie reporty.' Ema: '________. Potrebuješ ešte niečo?'
In a neutral office setting, all three are natural, though 'Rado sa stalo' is the most common.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandmother, or a stranger on the street.
No, 'Rado' on its own is a male name (short for Radoslav). You must say the full phrase 'Rado sa stalo'.
Because the favor has already 'happened' (stalo) by the time the person is thanking you.
'Rado sa stalo' focuses on your joy; 'Niet za čo' focuses on the fact that the favor was small.
Yes, it is very common in professional and personal emails.
Yes, the phrase remains exactly the same whether you are talking to one person or many.
Yes, though they might use 'V poho' more often with close friends.
Yes, it's a polite formula. It's like saying 'Fine' when someone asks how you are.
Yes, it is a standard phrase understood and used from Bratislava to Košice.
Say 'Veľmi rado sa stalo' (It happened very gladly).
관련 표현
Niet za čo
synonymNot for what / Don't mention it
Prosím
similarThe shortest, most multi-purpose response.
Za máličko
similarFor a little bit
Bolo mi potešením
specialized formIt was my pleasure
Rád som pomohol
builds onI was happy to help
