Meaning
A tidy living space.
Cultural Background
The 'shoes-off' culture is paramount. Keeping a 'čistý pokoj' starts at the front door. Guests are often provided with 'bačkory' (slippers). Very similar to Czech culture, with a high emphasis on 'poriadok' (order). Cleanliness is often associated with being a 'good housewife' (dobrá gazdiná). In many Central European countries, 'Spring Cleaning' is a massive event where every 'pokoj' is stripped and cleaned deeply. In Czech hotels, a 'čistý pokoj' is not just a preference but a legal requirement for certain star ratings.
Hotel Complaints
If your room is dirty, say: 'Tento pokoj není čistý.' It is polite but firm.
Gender Agreement
Remember 'pokoj' is masculine. Don't say 'čistá pokoj'!
Meaning
A tidy living space.
Hotel Complaints
If your room is dirty, say: 'Tento pokoj není čistý.' It is polite but firm.
Gender Agreement
Remember 'pokoj' is masculine. Don't say 'čistá pokoj'!
Slippers
If you want to keep your room 'čistý', buy a pair of 'bačkory' (slippers).
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the adjective 'čistý'.
Můj bratr má velmi _______ pokoj.
'Pokoj' is masculine inanimate, so the adjective must be 'čistý'.
Which sentence is correct?
A) Chci čistý pokoj. B) Chci čistá pokoj. C) Chci čisté pokoj.
'Pokoj' is masculine; 'čistý' is the correct masculine singular form.
Match the Czech phrase with its English translation.
1. Čistý pokoj, 2. Špinavý pokoj, 3. Uklizený pokoj
Čistý = Clean, Špinavý = Dirty, Uklizený = Tidy.
Complete the dialogue.
Host: Je tento pokoj _______? Recepční: Ano, je úplně nový a čistý.
The context of the receptionist's answer confirms the guest is asking if the room is clean.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Types of Rooms (Pokoje)
Home
- • Obývací pokoj
- • Dětský pokoj
- • Ložnice
Practice Bank
4 exercisesMůj bratr má velmi _______ pokoj.
'Pokoj' is masculine inanimate, so the adjective must be 'čistý'.
A) Chci čistý pokoj. B) Chci čistá pokoj. C) Chci čisté pokoj.
'Pokoj' is masculine; 'čistý' is the correct masculine singular form.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Čistý = Clean, Špinavý = Dirty, Uklizený = Tidy.
Host: Je tento pokoj _______? Recepční: Ano, je úplně nový a čistý.
The context of the receptionist's answer confirms the guest is asking if the room is clean.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsOnly if they literally just showered. For 'pure of heart,' use 'čistá duše.'
The plural is 'čisté pokoje.'
No, use 'kuchyně.' 'Pokoj' is for living/bedrooms.
Use 'velmi čistý' or 'úplně čistý.'
It is neutral and appropriate for all settings.
Related Phrases
Uklizený pokoj
similarTidy room
Špinavý pokoj
contrastDirty room
Obývací pokoj
specialized formLiving room
Dětský pokoj
specialized formChildren's room
Čistý štít
builds onClean slate
