意思
Describing proximity
文化背景
Slovaks often measure distance in time rather than kilometers. If you ask how far something is, they might say '5 minút' (5 minutes) instead of '500 metrov'. The 'mountain kilometer' is a real phenomenon. A local saying 'To je blízko' might mean a significant hike. Always check a map! In the capital, 'blízko' usually refers to anything within the Old Town or a short tram ride away. Anything across the Danube in Petržalka might be considered 'ďaleko' by some Old Town residents. In Slovak villages, 'blízko' can mean the next village over (3-5km), as people are used to cycling or driving between small settlements.
The 'Už' Trick
Add 'už' (already) to say 'It's getting close' or 'It's almost here'. Example: 'Už je to blízko!'
Long Vowels Matter
Don't shorten the 'í'. If you say 'blizko', people will understand, but it sounds very foreign.
意思
Describing proximity
The 'Už' Trick
Add 'už' (already) to say 'It's getting close' or 'It's almost here'. Example: 'Už je to blízko!'
Long Vowels Matter
Don't shorten the 'í'. If you say 'blizko', people will understand, but it sounds very foreign.
Walking distance
If a Slovak says it's 'blízko', be prepared to walk for 15 minutes. It's healthy!
自我测试
Fill in the missing word to say 'The school is near.'
Škola ___ blízko.
We use the third-person singular of 'byť' (to be), which is 'je'.
Which sentence correctly describes a close friend?
How do you say 'He is a close friend'?
For people and relationships, we use the adjective 'blízky', not the adverb 'blízko'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Je stanica ďaleko? B: Nie, ___.
'Nie' (No) indicates the opposite of 'ďaleko' (far), which is 'blízko'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are 5 minutes away from your friend's house. What do you text?
'Som blízko' means 'I am near'.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
Adverb vs Adjective
练习题库
4 练习Škola ___ blízko.
We use the third-person singular of 'byť' (to be), which is 'je'.
How do you say 'He is a close friend'?
For people and relationships, we use the adjective 'blízky', not the adverb 'blízko'.
A: Je stanica ďaleko? B: Nie, ___.
'Nie' (No) indicates the opposite of 'ďaleko' (far), which is 'blízko'.
You are 5 minutes away from your friend's house. What do you text?
'Som blízko' means 'I am near'.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
10 个问题Yes! You can say 'Vianoce sú blízko' (Christmas is near).
The opposite is 'ďaleko' (far).
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The comparative form is 'bližšie'.
No, as an adverb, 'blízko' never changes its form.
Yes, that means 'I am near you'.
When used as a preposition, it takes the Genitive case (e.g., blízko mesta).
'Neďaleko' literally means 'not far'. It's slightly more formal but means the same thing.
Use 'To bolo tesné' instead of 'To bolo blízko'.
Yes, if a guess is close to the actual price, you can say 'To je blízko'.
相关表达
Neďaleko
synonymNot far
Na skok
similarA jump away
Ďaleko
contrastFar
V blízkosti
specialized formIn the vicinity
Približne
builds onApproximately
