A1 Expression 중립

Už musím ísť

I have to go now

Ending a conversation or visit

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문화적 배경

The 'Slovak Goodbye' often takes place in the hallway (predsieň). It is considered polite to continue talking while putting on shoes. Directness is valued, but so is social harmony. 'Už musím ísť' provides a reason that isn't personal, preserving the host's feelings. In Slovak business, punctuality is increasing. Using this phrase to end a meeting on time is respected. In rural areas, leaving too quickly can be seen as a sign that you didn't like the food or company. The phrase is often repeated multiple times.

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The 'Tak' Opener

Always start the phrase with 'Tak,' or 'No,' to sound like a native. 'Tak, už musím ísť.'

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Don't just walk away

In Slovakia, saying the phrase is a signal to start the goodbye process, not an immediate exit.

Ending a conversation or visit

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The 'Tak' Opener

Always start the phrase with 'Tak,' or 'No,' to sound like a native. 'Tak, už musím ísť.'

⚠️

Don't just walk away

In Slovakia, saying the phrase is a signal to start the goodbye process, not an immediate exit.

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The Knee Slap

If sitting, slap your knees lightly as you say 'Tak,' then stand up and say 'Už musím ísť.' This is the ultimate native move.

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The Reason

Slovaks usually appreciate a small reason why you are leaving (e.g., work, sleep, family).

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.

Už ______ ísť.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: musím

'Musím' expresses the necessary obligation for a polite exit.

Which phrase is the most natural way to say you are leaving a friend's house?

Choose the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Už musím ísť.

'Už musím ísť' is the standard idiomatic expression.

Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase.

A: Káva bola skvelá, ďakujem! B: Nie je za čo. A: __________, autobus mi ide o desať minút.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Už musím ísť

The context of the bus leaving requires a departure phrase.

Match the phrase variation to the correct register.

1. Už musím letieť. 2. Obávam sa, že už budem musieť ísť. 3. Už musím ísť.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: 1-Informal, 2-Formal, 3-Neutral

'Letieť' is informal, 'Obávam sa...' is formal, and the standard phrase is neutral.

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시각 학습 자료

Ways to Leave in Slovak

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Neutral

  • Už musím ísť
  • Už pôjdem
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Formal

  • Už budem musieť ísť
  • Dovoľte mi rozlúčiť sa
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Informal

  • Už musím letieť
  • Už musím padať

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Už ______ ísť.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: musím

'Musím' expresses the necessary obligation for a polite exit.

Which phrase is the most natural way to say you are leaving a friend's house? Choose A1

Choose the best option:

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Už musím ísť.

'Už musím ísť' is the standard idiomatic expression.

Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase. dialogue_completion A2

A: Káva bola skvelá, ďakujem! B: Nie je za čo. A: __________, autobus mi ide o desať minút.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Už musím ísť

The context of the bus leaving requires a departure phrase.

Match the phrase variation to the correct register. situation_matching B1

1. Už musím letieť. 2. Obávam sa, že už budem musieť ísť. 3. Už musím ísť.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: 1-Informal, 2-Formal, 3-Neutral

'Letieť' is informal, 'Obávam sa...' is formal, and the standard phrase is neutral.

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자주 묻는 질문

14 질문

No, it is the standard polite way to leave. It's much more polite than just saying 'Ahoj' and walking out.

Yes, but it sounds more like a general statement of necessity rather than a social signal that you are leaving right now.

'Ísť' is 'to go', while 'odísť' is 'to leave/depart'. In this phrase, 'ísť' is much more common and sounds softer.

Use the 'we' form of the verb: 'Už musíme ísť.'

It is neutral. You can use it in almost any situation.

Usually 'Ahoj' (informal) or 'Dovidenia' (formal), and 'Ďakujem' if you were a guest.

No, it's primarily a spoken phrase. In an email, you would say 'Musím končiť' (I must end/wrap up).

It's like the 'zh' sound in 'Zhivago' or the 's' in 'measure'.

It's a cultural habit called the 'long goodbye'—a sign that they value your company.

Only if you have a very friendly, casual relationship. Otherwise, stick to 'Už musím ísť'.

Add 'naozaj' (really) and 'rýchlo' (quickly): 'Už naozaj musím rýchlo ísť.'

In this context, it's closer to 'now' or 'at this point'.

Yes, 'Už musím padať' (I must fall/drop) is very common among young people.

No, you just say 'Ďakujem, dovidenia.' You only use 'Už musím ísť' if you were having a conversation.

관련 표현

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Už budem musieť ísť

similar

I will have to be going

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Už musím letieť

specialized form

I must fly

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Maj sa

builds on

Take care

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Dovidenia

builds on

Goodbye

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Už idem

contrast

I'm coming / I'm going

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