Meaning
Expressing enthusiasm.
Cultural Background
Czechs appreciate sincerity. Don't over-use 'skvělé' if you don't mean it. The phrase is used identically in Slovak. In the region, direct positive feedback is valued in professional settings. In international business, this phrase is a safe, polite way to acknowledge progress.
Gender Matters
Always remember that 'To' is neuter, so use the -é ending.
Tone is Key
Say it with a smile to make it sound genuine.
Meaning
Expressing enthusiasm.
Gender Matters
Always remember that 'To' is neuter, so use the -é ending.
Tone is Key
Say it with a smile to make it sound genuine.
Don't Overdo It
Czechs are not as hyperbolic as Americans; use it when you really mean it.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the adjective.
To je ____ (skvělý).
The pronoun 'To' is neuter, so the adjective must be neuter.
Choose the most appropriate response to 'Vyhrál jsem v loterii!'
What do you say?
Winning the lottery is good news, so you use the positive phrase.
Match the situation to the response.
Match: 1. Good news, 2. Bad news
To je skvělé is for positive news; To mě mrzí is for negative news.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Zítra máme volno.' B: '____!'
Having a day off is good news.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesTo je ____ (skvělý).
The pronoun 'To' is neuter, so the adjective must be neuter.
What do you say?
Winning the lottery is good news, so you use the positive phrase.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
To je skvělé is for positive news; To mě mrzí is for negative news.
A: 'Zítra máme volno.' B: '____!'
Having a day off is good news.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it is perfectly fine for professional emails.
It is neutral. Use 'Vynikající' for very formal.
Because 'To' is a neuter pronoun.
No, use 'Jsi skvělý/á' for a person.
Yes, it is one of the most common phrases.
Use 'To je naprosto skvělé!'
Yes, it is standard Czech.
Yes, 'To je skvělé' (referring to the food).
Like 'ye' in 'yes'.
Not for this phrase, it is standard.
Related Phrases
To je super
synonymThat's super.
To je úžasné
similarThat's amazing.
To je paráda
similarThat's wonderful.
To je dobré
builds onThat's good.
