Meaning
Indicating that no more is needed.
Cultural Background
In Czech pubs, the 'pohostinnost' (hospitality) is high. Waiters might bring another beer without asking. 'To stačí' is your tool to manage your consumption. The phrase is identical in Slovak ('To stačí'), reflecting the shared linguistic and cultural history of the two nations. There is a shared cultural value of not wasting food. Saying 'To stačí' is seen as responsible rather than rude. Czech social media users use 'To stačí' as a meme when they see something weird or overwhelming.
Add 'Děkuji'
Always add 'děkuji' (thank you) after 'To stačí' to ensure you don't sound too abrupt in service situations.
Watch the Tense
Using the past tense 'To stačilo' makes the phrase much stronger and is usually reserved for stopping bad behavior.
Meaning
Indicating that no more is needed.
Add 'Děkuji'
Always add 'děkuji' (thank you) after 'To stačí' to ensure you don't sound too abrupt in service situations.
Watch the Tense
Using the past tense 'To stačilo' makes the phrase much stronger and is usually reserved for stopping bad behavior.
The Dative Trick
Add 'mi' (to me) to make it 'To mi stačí'. It sounds more natural and native than just 'To stačí'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank to tell the waiter you have enough water.
Číšník: Chcete ještě vodu? Vy: Ne, děkuji, to ______.
'Stačí' is the correct verb for 'is enough'.
Which phrase is best for telling children to stop shouting?
Děti křičí. Co řeknete?
The past tense 'stačilo' is the standard way to firmly stop a behavior.
Match the phrase to the situation.
1. To je všechno. 2. To stačí. 3. Mám dost.
'Všechno' is for total completion, 'stačí' for stopping a flow, 'mám dost' for personal satiety.
Complete the dialogue at the deli counter.
Prodavač: Tady je 150 gramů šunky. Může být? Zákazník: Ano, ______.
'To stačí' is the neutral, polite way to accept the amount.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
To stačí vs. To je všechno
Practice Bank
4 exercisesČíšník: Chcete ještě vodu? Vy: Ne, děkuji, to ______.
'Stačí' is the correct verb for 'is enough'.
Děti křičí. Co řeknete?
The past tense 'stačilo' is the standard way to firmly stop a behavior.
1. To je všechno. 2. To stačí. 3. Mám dost.
'Všechno' is for total completion, 'stačí' for stopping a flow, 'mám dost' for personal satiety.
Prodavač: Tady je 150 gramů šunky. Může být? Zákazník: Ano, ______.
'To stačí' is the neutral, polite way to accept the amount.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it is neutral. However, saying it very loudly or without 'děkuji' can sound impatient.
Generally no. You wouldn't say 'To stačí' to a person to mean they are enough. It is for amounts or actions.
'Stačí' is a verb (suffices), 'dost' is an adverb/noun (enough). 'To stačí' is a complete sentence; 'To je dost' means something else.
Simply add 'ne-' to the verb: 'To nestačí'.
Yes, but 'To je dostačující' or 'To postačuje' is more professional.
The past tense implies the limit was already reached and they must stop immediately.
Yes, in informal speech, people often drop the 'To'.
Only while food is being served. Once you've finished, use 'Mám dost'.
Yes, 'Pět minut stačí' is very common.
'To nestačí' (That's not enough) or 'Chci víc' (I want more).
Related Phrases
To je všechno
similarThat is all.
Už dost
similarEnough already.
To postačí
specialized formThat will suffice.
Mám dost
similarI have enough / I'm full.
To nestačí
contrastThat is not enough.
