Signification
Being safe or having finished a task.
Contexte culturel
The phrase reflects the agrarian roots of Czech society. Even today, Czechs are very weather-conscious, and 'dryness' is synonymous with comfort. Students use this phrase constantly during 'Zkouškové období' (exam period). It is the ultimate goal of every semester. In startups and modern offices, 'v suchu' is used to signal that a 'burn rate' is under control or a funding round is closed. In villages, being 'v suchu' still literally refers to having enough firewood for the winter, which translates to the figurative meaning of being prepared.
Use 'Mít to' for extra flair
Saying 'Mám to v suchu' sounds slightly more native and confident than just 'Jsem v suchu'.
Watch the preposition!
Never say 'na suchu' unless you are broke or out of water. It's a common trap for beginners.
Signification
Being safe or having finished a task.
Use 'Mít to' for extra flair
Saying 'Mám to v suchu' sounds slightly more native and confident than just 'Jsem v suchu'.
Watch the preposition!
Never say 'na suchu' unless you are broke or out of water. It's a common trap for beginners.
The 'Phew' Factor
Always say it with a sigh of relief. The emotion is as important as the words.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the idiom.
Už jsem odevzdal všechny úkoly, takže jsem v _______.
The idiom is 'být v suchu'. 'Mokru' (wet), 'zimě' (cold), and 'teple' (warm) do not fit this specific idiom.
Which situation best fits the use of 'Jsme v suchu'?
Choose the correct context:
'Jsme v suchu' expresses relief and safety after a challenge, like an exam.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of the idiom.
Petr: 'Máš ty lístky na hokej?' Jana: 'Ano, už je mám v kapse.' Petr: 'Super, tak _______.'
Since Petr is talking about both of them (we), 'jsme' is the correct conjugation.
Match the phrase to the meaning.
Match 'Být v suchu' with its figurative meaning:
The idiom means being in the clear or having finished a task successfully.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesUž jsem odevzdal všechny úkoly, takže jsem v _______.
The idiom is 'být v suchu'. 'Mokru' (wet), 'zimě' (cold), and 'teple' (warm) do not fit this specific idiom.
Choose the correct context:
'Jsme v suchu' expresses relief and safety after a challenge, like an exam.
Petr: 'Máš ty lístky na hokej?' Jana: 'Ano, už je mám v kapse.' Petr: 'Super, tak _______.'
Since Petr is talking about both of them (we), 'jsme' is the correct conjugation.
Match 'Být v suchu' with its figurative meaning:
The idiom means being in the clear or having finished a task successfully.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsOnly if you have a very friendly, casual relationship. In a formal meeting, use 'Vše je v pořádku' instead.
No, you can say a project or a situation is 'v suchu'. E.g., 'Ten projekt je v suchu.'
'V suchu' is for temporary safety/completion. 'Za vodou' is for permanent financial freedom.
It is the locative case of the noun 'sucho' (dryness/dry weather).
Expressions liées
Mít to v kapse
similarTo have it in the pocket
Být za vodou
synonymTo be across the water
Být v balíku
specialized formTo be in the package/bundle
Mít vyhráno
similarTo have won
