Significado
Expressing a craving for something.
Contexto cultural
The phrase 'Dobrú chuť' is more than just 'enjoy your meal'; it is a social requirement. If you start eating without saying it, or without responding when someone says it to you, it is considered rude. Slovaks often have 'chuť na kávu' as an excuse for a long social break. 'Ísť na kávu' (to go for coffee) can last two hours and might not even involve coffee. When someone says they have 'chuť na domáce' (a taste for home-made), they are usually referring to traditional heavy dishes like halušky or pierogi, often associated with comfort and family. In Slovak villages, 'mať chuť na jedno' (to have a taste for one) always refers to having a beer at the local pub.
The 'Verb' Shortcut
If you forget the Accusative case, just use an infinitive verb! 'Mám chuť jesť pizzu' is easier than 'Mám chuť na pizzu'.
Careful with People
Never say 'Mám chuť na teba' unless you are flirting heavily. It is not a friendly way to say you want to see someone.
Significado
Expressing a craving for something.
The 'Verb' Shortcut
If you forget the Accusative case, just use an infinitive verb! 'Mám chuť jesť pizzu' is easier than 'Mám chuť na pizzu'.
Careful with People
Never say 'Mám chuť na teba' unless you are flirting heavily. It is not a friendly way to say you want to see someone.
The 'Dobrú Chuť' Rule
Always wait for the host to say 'Dobrú chuť' before you start eating your first bite.
Negative Form
Use 'Nemám chuť' to politely decline food or activities without sounding rude.
Teste-se
Fill in the correct form of the noun in the Accusative case.
Mám chuť na (pizza) _______.
Feminine nouns ending in -a change to -u in the Accusative case after 'na'.
Which sentence correctly expresses a desire to dance?
How do you say 'I feel like dancing'?
When using a verb, use the infinitive form (ending in -ť) directly after 'chuť'.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
Peter: 'Som veľmi hladný.' Ty: 'Aj ja. _________ na poriadny burger.'
Since 'na' is already in the sentence, you only need 'Mám chuť'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You suddenly see an ad for chocolate and want some.
'Dostal som chuť' is used for sudden, spontaneous cravings.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Grammar Patterns
Noun (+ na)
- • na pizzu
- • na čaj
- • na pivo
Verb (Infinitive)
- • jesť
- • spať
- • tancovať
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosMám chuť na (pizza) _______.
Feminine nouns ending in -a change to -u in the Accusative case after 'na'.
How do you say 'I feel like dancing'?
When using a verb, use the infinitive form (ending in -ť) directly after 'chuť'.
Peter: 'Som veľmi hladný.' Ty: 'Aj ja. _________ na poriadny burger.'
Since 'na' is already in the sentence, you only need 'Mám chuť'.
You suddenly see an ad for chocolate and want some.
'Dostal som chuť' is used for sudden, spontaneous cravings.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasUsually no. For a new car, use 'Chcem' or 'Plánujem kúpiť'. 'Mám chuť' is for immediate sensory experiences.
It is feminine. That's why we say 'dobrú chuť' (accusative feminine) and 'veľká chuť'.
'Mám chuť' is a desire for something specific. 'Chce sa mi' is a general feeling of wanting to do something (or not).
It's a bit informal. Better to say 'Dal by som si pivo' if offered a drink.
Mám chuť na niečo sladké.
In this phrase, it means craving. On its own, it can mean the sense of taste or the flavor of food.
Because 'na' in this context requires the Accusative case, and 'pizza' is feminine.
Yes! 'Mám chuť na dobrý film' is very common.
It means 'I got a craving'—implying the feeling just started.
Only if they ask if you want coffee. Don't use it to refuse work tasks!
Frases relacionadas
Dobrú chuť!
similarBon appétit!
Chutiť mi
builds onTo taste good to me.
Mať na niečo chuť
synonymTo feel like something.
Prešla ma chuť
contrastI lost my appetite/interest.
Dostať chuť
specialized formTo get a craving.
