Meaning
A bus that takes a long time.
Cultural Background
Bus travel is often preferred over trains in mountainous regions where tracks don't reach. The 'pomalý autobus' is a staple of rural life. In the capital, people are less patient. A 'pomalý autobus' is often a target of jokes on local satirical pages like 'Zomri'. Distances are longer and connections sparser. Here, a 'pomalý autobus' is often the only way to get to work, leading to a more stoic acceptance. Students often use slow buses because they are cheaper or covered by specific regional passes, leading to the 'pomalý autobus' being a place of social gathering.
Check the 'X'
In Slovak schedules, an 'X' means the bus stops everywhere—it's a guaranteed 'pomalý autobus'.
Gender Matters
Never say 'pomalá autobus'. It's a dead giveaway that you're a beginner.
Meaning
A bus that takes a long time.
Check the 'X'
In Slovak schedules, an 'X' means the bus stops everywhere—it's a guaranteed 'pomalý autobus'.
Gender Matters
Never say 'pomalá autobus'. It's a dead giveaway that you're a beginner.
Use 'vlieka sa'
If you want to sound like a native, say 'Autobus sa vlieka' (The bus is dragging itself) instead of just 'je pomalý'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the adjective 'pomalý'.
Tento _______ autobus stojí všade.
'Autobus' is masculine singular nominative, so 'pomalý' is correct.
Which sentence is correct?
Select the natural Slovak sentence:
Adjective comes before the noun and matches the masculine gender.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Prečo si prišiel neskoro? B: Lebo som išiel _________.
After 'išiel' (went by), we use the instrumental case.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are stuck on a bus that stops every 200 meters. What do you say?
This phrase perfectly describes a bus with too many stops.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesTento _______ autobus stojí všade.
'Autobus' is masculine singular nominative, so 'pomalý' is correct.
Select the natural Slovak sentence:
Adjective comes before the noun and matches the masculine gender.
A: Prečo si prišiel neskoro? B: Lebo som išiel _________.
After 'išiel' (went by), we use the instrumental case.
You are stuck on a bus that stops every 200 meters. What do you say?
This phrase perfectly describes a bus with too many stops.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it usually refers to the route or the vehicle itself, not the driver's skill.
Yes, 'pomalý školský autobus' is a very common phrase.
A 'rýchly spoj' or 'expresný autobus'.
Autobus bol pomalý.
No, it is strictly slang and should be avoided in professional contexts.
Often due to the mountainous terrain and the high number of stops in small villages.
Yes, it becomes 'pomalé autobusy'.
Yes, but it can be slightly insulting, like calling someone 'slow-witted'.
It is the instrumental case, used for means of transport.
Usually 🐢🚌 or 🐌🚌.
Related Phrases
rýchly spoj
contrastAn express connection.
meškajúci spoj
similarA delayed connection.
stojkový autobus
specialized formA bus that stops at every stop.
nočný spoj
similarA night bus.
