Meaning
Agreeing with a statement.
Cultural Background
Czechs often use 'To je pravda' as a way to soften a disagreement. They will agree with one part of your statement before saying 'ale' (but) to present their own view. The concept of 'Pravda' (Truth) is central to Czech national identity, appearing on the presidential flag as 'Pravda vítězí' (Truth prevails). In Czech culture, constant enthusiastic agreement (like 'Oh my god, totally!') can seem fake. A simple, calm 'To je pravda' is seen as more sincere. Czechs use this phrase ironically when someone states something incredibly obvious or 'mansplains' a fact.
The Nod
Always accompany this phrase with a single, firm head nod to look like a native.
Avoid Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence, you might sound like you aren't really listening.
Meaning
Agreeing with a statement.
The Nod
Always accompany this phrase with a single, firm head nod to look like a native.
Avoid Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence, you might sound like you aren't really listening.
The 'Ale' Pivot
Use 'To je pravda, ale...' to sound sophisticated when you want to disagree politely.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word to complete the agreement.
A: Dnes je hezky. B: To __ pravda.
The phrase always uses the 3rd person singular 'je' (is).
Which phrase is the most natural way to agree with an opinion?
A: Ten film byl nudný. B: _______
'To je pravda' is the standard response for agreeing with an opinion.
Complete the dialogue with a polite agreement and a reason.
A: Praha je v létě moc horká. B: To je pravda, ________.
This creates a natural 'agreement + counter-point' structure.
Match the response to the situation.
Someone says: 'Máš novou práci, že?' (You have a new job, right?)
While 'To je fakt' works, 'To je pravda' is the most neutral and common answer.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
When to use 'Pravda' vs 'Správně'
To je pravda
- • Opinions
- • Weather
- • Feelings
- • General facts
To je správně
- • Math
- • Grammar
- • Directions
- • Test answers
Practice Bank
4 exercisesA: Dnes je hezky. B: To __ pravda.
The phrase always uses the 3rd person singular 'je' (is).
A: Ten film byl nudný. B: _______
'To je pravda' is the standard response for agreeing with an opinion.
A: Praha je v létě moc horká. B: To je pravda, ________.
This creates a natural 'agreement + counter-point' structure.
Someone says: 'Máš novou práci, že?' (You have a new job, right?)
While 'To je fakt' works, 'To je pravda' is the most neutral and common answer.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, in casual conversation, just saying 'Pravda' with a nodding head is very common and natural.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, and in professional settings without any issue.
'To je pravda' agrees with the statement. 'Máš pravdu' agrees with the person. Use 'Máš pravdu' when you want to be more personal.
Simply add 'není' (is not): 'To není pravda.'
No, for that you would say 'Pravda je, že...'.
Yes, 'pravda' is a feminine noun ending in -a.
It's grammatically correct but sounds like you're a literary critic. Stick to 'To je pravda' for daily life.
No. 'Right' (direction) is 'vpravo'. 'Right' (correct) is 'správně'. 'Right' (truth) is 'pravda'.
Say 'To je velká pravda' (That is a big truth) or 'To je svatá pravda' (That is the holy truth).
Yes, 'To je fakt' or simply 'Fakt jo' are very common among younger people.
Related Phrases
Máš pravdu
similarYou are right.
Přesně tak
synonymExactly so.
To je fakt
synonymThat's a fact.
To není pravda
contrastThat is not true.
