Significado
Letting air into a room.
Contexto cultural
The 'prievan' (draft) is feared. Never open windows on opposite sides of a room simultaneously without warning others. Airing out the bedroom ('vetranie') every morning is considered essential for health, even in sub-zero temperatures. Windows often have a 'tilt' function (vetračka). It's common to leave them tilted all day for constant fresh air. During 'veľká prestávka' (the big break), it is often the duty of the 'týždenník' (student monitor) to open all windows.
Ask first!
In a shared space, always ask before opening a window to avoid offending someone sensitive to drafts.
The 'Prievan' Myth
Don't be surprised if someone closes a window you just opened; they likely fear the draft.
Significado
Letting air into a room.
Ask first!
In a shared space, always ask before opening a window to avoid offending someone sensitive to drafts.
The 'Prievan' Myth
Don't be surprised if someone closes a window you just opened; they likely fear the draft.
Vetračka
Learn how to use the 'tilt' function on European windows; it's the most common way to 'otvoriť okno' in winter.
Teste-se
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'otvoriť' in the future tense.
Ja ______ okno, lebo je tu teplo.
The subject is 'Ja' (I), so the correct future tense ending is -ím.
Which sentence is a polite request?
How do you ask to open a window in an office?
'Môžem...' is the standard polite way to ask for permission.
Match the Slovak phrase with its English meaning.
Phrases: 1. Otvoriť okno dokorán, 2. Otvoriť okno na vetračku, 3. Zatvoriť okno
'Dokorán' means wide, 'na vetračku' means tilted, and 'zatvoriť' is the opposite of 'otvoriť'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Je tu hrozne horúco. B: ___________
If it's hot, the logical response is to suggest opening the window.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Ways to Open a Window
Physical
- • Dokorán (Wide)
- • Na vetračku (Tilted)
- • Pootevrieť (A crack)
Digital
- • Nové okno (New window)
- • Karta (Tab)
- • Minimalizovať (Minimize)
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosJa ______ okno, lebo je tu teplo.
The subject is 'Ja' (I), so the correct future tense ending is -ím.
How do you ask to open a window in an office?
'Môžem...' is the standard polite way to ask for permission.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
'Dokorán' means wide, 'na vetračku' means tilted, and 'zatvoriť' is the opposite of 'otvoriť'.
A: Je tu hrozne horúco. B: ___________
If it's hot, the logical response is to suggest opening the window.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
4 perguntasYes, it is the standard term in Slovak IT terminology.
It is neutral and can be used in any setting.
'Otvoriť' is for one specific time; 'otvárať' is for repeated actions or habits.
It's a cultural belief that moving air causes illness. It's very common in Central Europe.
Frases relacionadas
zatvoriť okno
contrastTo close the window
vyvetrať
similarTo air out / ventilate
otvoriť dvere
similarTo open the door
okno príležitosti
specialized formWindow of opportunity
