Meaning
Teasing or joking.
Cultural Background
Czechs often use self-deprecating humor. Making fun of one's own failures is a common way to bond with others. In a 'hospoda' (pub), 'dělat si legraci' is the primary mode of communication. If you can't handle 'střílení' (teasing), you'll have a hard time. Many famous Czech films (like 'Pelíšky') rely on the 'dělat si legraci' dynamic to highlight the absurdity of life under communism. The hashtag #legrace or #sranda is used for prank videos where people 'si dělají legraci' from strangers.
The 'Z' Rule
Always remember: Dělat si legraci Z + Genitive. It's the most common mistake for beginners.
Don't use 'Prdel' with your boss
While 'dělat si prdel' is common, it is vulgar. Stick to 'legrace' or 'sranda' in professional settings.
Meaning
Teasing or joking.
The 'Z' Rule
Always remember: Dělat si legraci Z + Genitive. It's the most common mistake for beginners.
Don't use 'Prdel' with your boss
While 'dělat si prdel' is common, it is vulgar. Stick to 'legrace' or 'sranda' in professional settings.
Irony is Key
If a Czech person says something totally unbelievable with a straight face, they are likely 'dělat si legraci'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing reflexive pronoun.
Já ___ dělám legraci.
The idiom 'dělat si legraci' always uses the dative reflexive 'si'.
Which sentence means 'Are you making fun of me?'
Select the correct translation:
The preposition 'z' (from/of) + Genitive 'mě' is the correct way to indicate the target.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Vyhrál jsem milion korun!' B: 'To si snad _______ legraci!'
In a casual dialogue between friends, the second person singular 'děláš' is most appropriate.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You just told a joke and your friend looks offended. What do you say?
'Jen si dělám legraci' (I'm just kidding) is used to clarify your intent.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesJá ___ dělám legraci.
The idiom 'dělat si legraci' always uses the dative reflexive 'si'.
Select the correct translation:
The preposition 'z' (from/of) + Genitive 'mě' is the correct way to indicate the target.
A: 'Vyhrál jsem milion korun!' B: 'To si snad _______ legraci!'
In a casual dialogue between friends, the second person singular 'děláš' is most appropriate.
You just told a joke and your friend looks offended. What do you say?
'Jen si dělám legraci' (I'm just kidding) is used to clarify your intent.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsIt is a feminine noun (ta legrace). That's why we say 'velká legrace'.
No, that sounds like a literal translation from English. Use 'Dělám si legraci' or 'Vyprávím vtip'.
'Legrace' is neutral/standard. 'Sranda' is informal/colloquial. Both mean the same thing.
Say 'Jen jsem si dělal legraci' (male) or 'Jen jsem si dělala legraci' (female).
Related Phrases
Dělat si srandu
similarTo joke (informal)
Utahovat si z někoho
synonymTo pull someone's leg
Střílet si z někoho
synonymTo prank/tease
Žertovat
specialized formTo joke (formal)
Mít smysl pro legraci
builds onTo have a sense of humor
