Meaning
Suggesting to leave or start an activity.
Cultural Background
In Slovak culture, 'Poďme' is often used to break the ice in social situations, showing that the speaker is taking initiative. The directness of 'Poďme' is typical for the region, where clear communication is preferred over excessive politeness markers. In business, 'Poďme' is used by team leaders to maintain momentum during meetings. Young people often shorten it to 'Ideme' (We are going) to sound even more casual.
Use it to lead
Using 'Poďme' makes you sound confident and proactive in a group.
Don't use it for one person
Always remember that 'Poďme' includes the speaker. If you are telling someone else to go, use 'Poď'.
Meaning
Suggesting to leave or start an activity.
Use it to lead
Using 'Poďme' makes you sound confident and proactive in a group.
Don't use it for one person
Always remember that 'Poďme' includes the speaker. If you are telling someone else to go, use 'Poď'.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence: 'Máme všetko, ______!'
Máme všetko, ______!
Poďme is the correct collective imperative.
Which is correct for a group?
Which is correct for a group?
Poďme is the only plural imperative form here.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Už je neskoro.' B: 'Máš pravdu, ______.'
The context implies both speakers are leaving together.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are with friends and want to start a game.
Poďme is used for collective action.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesMáme všetko, ______!
Poďme is the correct collective imperative.
Which is correct for a group?
Poďme is the only plural imperative form here.
A: 'Už je neskoro.' B: 'Máš pravdu, ______.'
The context implies both speakers are leaving together.
You are with friends and want to start a game.
Poďme is used for collective action.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, but only if the relationship is collaborative. Otherwise, use 'Môžeme začať?'
It is neutral. It works in almost all social situations.
It adds a sense of 'let's get to work' or 'let's tackle this'.
Related Phrases
Poďme na to
specialized formLet's get to it
Ideme
synonymWe are going
Poď
contrastCome (singular)
Poďte
contrastCome (formal/plural)
