Meaning
Indicating that no more is needed.
Cultural Background
In Czech pubs, the waiter will often bring a new beer automatically when yours is nearly empty. You must say 'To mi stačí' or 'Už ne, díky' to stop the cycle. The phrase is identical in Slovak ('To mi stačí'). The cultural etiquette of declining food politely but firmly is shared across both nations. There is a shared 'hospitality pressure' where hosts push more food. 'To mi stačí' is your primary defensive tool against overeating at social gatherings. Czechs value brevity. In meetings, saying 'To mi stačí' signals that you have the necessary data and want to move to the next point.
The 'Dative' Secret
Remember that 'mi' is the key. Without it, the phrase becomes a general command. With it, it's a personal statement of satisfaction.
Intonation Matters
Say it with a falling intonation to be polite. A rising intonation on 'stačí' can sound like a question or an annoyed exclamation.
Meaning
Indicating that no more is needed.
The 'Dative' Secret
Remember that 'mi' is the key. Without it, the phrase becomes a general command. With it, it's a personal statement of satisfaction.
Intonation Matters
Say it with a falling intonation to be polite. A rising intonation on 'stačí' can sound like a question or an annoyed exclamation.
Add 'Bohatě'
If you want to sound very satisfied, say 'To mi bohatě stačí'. It makes you sound more fluent and appreciative.
The Pub Rule
In a Czech pub, if you don't want another beer, place your coaster on top of your glass. If you can't do that, say 'To mi stačí' clearly when the waiter approaches.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word to say 'That's enough for me.'
Děkuji, to ___ stačí.
The verb 'stačit' requires the dative case 'mi'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to decline more water?
Chcete ještě vodu?
'To mi stačí' is the standard, grammatically correct expression.
Complete the dialogue in a restaurant.
Číšník: 'Dáte si ještě dezert?' Vy: 'Ne, děkuji, ___.'
In the present moment of declining, 'to mi stačí' is the most common.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at the market and the seller gave you enough potatoes.
You use the present tense to indicate the current amount is sufficient.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
To mi stačí vs. Mám dost
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDěkuji, to ___ stačí.
The verb 'stačit' requires the dative case 'mi'.
Chcete ještě vodu?
'To mi stačí' is the standard, grammatically correct expression.
Číšník: 'Dáte si ještě dezert?' Vy: 'Ne, děkuji, ___.'
In the present moment of declining, 'to mi stačí' is the most common.
You are at the market and the seller gave you enough potatoes.
You use the present tense to indicate the current amount is sufficient.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsYes, but adding 'Děkuji' (Thank you) makes it much better. 'Děkuji, to mi stačí' is perfectly professional.
No, saying 'On mi stačí' would mean 'He is enough for me,' which sounds like you're talking about a romantic partner or someone's performance, and can be rude.
'To mi stačí' is about the object being offered. 'Mám dost' is about your internal state (usually being full or tired).
Simply add 'ne' to the verb: 'To mi nestačí.'
Yes, the word order is flexible. 'Stačí mi to' is also very common and slightly emphasizes the sufficiency.
Absolutely. It's a very common way to end a discussion about plans or information.
Yes! 'Deset minut mi stačí' (Ten minutes is enough for me) is a great sentence.
This is a literal translation from English and sounds very 'foreign'. Stick to the dative 'mi' and the verb 'stačí'.
Young people might say 'To mi bodne' (That hits the spot/That's enough for me) in specific contexts, but 'To mi stačí' is never out of place.
Yes. 'Tisíc korun mi stačí' (A thousand crowns is enough for me).
In that case, use 'Už dost!' or 'Stačí!'. 'To mi stačí' would sound like you are satisfied with their crying.
Yes, etymologically they share the same root, implying a level that 'stands' or is fixed.
Related Phrases
Mám dost
similarI have enough / I am full
To stačí
similarThat's enough / Stop
To postačí
specialized formThat will suffice
Už ani kapku
specialized formNot another drop
To je všechno
synonymThat is all
Nestačí to
contrastIt is not enough
