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Today's episode is about the verb “mať". Then you'll practice it in short sentences. Episode notes Last week we practiced the Slovak modal verb in the present tense. Today we are going to look at the verb “mať" (This modal verb means "should”). Then we'll practice it in short sentences. 1. Conjugation of “mať” – Present Tense: Singular:  mám (I should)               ...

Today's episode is about the Slovak modal verb  “vedieť". We'll conjugate it and then you will practice it in short sentences. Episode notes Last week we practiced the Slovak modal verb “smieť” in the present tense. Today we are going to look at the verb “vedieť". This verb means "to know”, “to be aware of”, or” to have some ability”, usually after mastering some skills. T...

Today's episode is about the Slovak modal verb “smieť" in the present tense. Then you  will practice it in short sentences. Episode notes Last week we practiced the Slovak modal verb “musieť” in the present tense. Today we are going to look at the verb “smieť". Then we will practice it in short sentences. 1.    Conjugation of “smieť” Present Tense (This verb means "may”, to be...

Today's episode is about the modal verb “musieť”. You will learn how to conjugate it in the present tense. Then you'll practice the use of in a few short sentences. Episode notes Today's episode is about the modal verb “musieť”. You will learn how to conjugate it in the present tense. Then you'll practice the use of in a few short sentences. Slovak lesson 1. Conjugation of “mus...

Today's episode is about the Slovak modal verbs, their meaning, and usage. Then we'll look closely at the Slovak modal verb “môcť” and conjugate it in the present tense. Finally, we will practice it in a few short sentences. Episode notes Today I’m talking about the Slovak modal verbs in general, their meaning, and usage. Then we look closely at the Slovak modal verb “môcť” and conjugate...

Today's episode is about the chaos that occurs right before Christmas. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some words from another favorite Slovak Christmas song. You will also learn how to say “At Christmas, we belong together “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find the words of this favorite Slovak Christmas song. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the c...

Today's episode is about winter solstice in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to say dates in Slovak. You will also learn how to ask “What day is today?” and say “Winter solstice is magical “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode are a few sentences about winter solstice. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about winter solstice in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesso...

Today's episode is about Slovak traditions of making honey cookies for Christmas. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn the Slovak Ordinal numbers above 20 and some new words related to today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Keep traditions alive“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few short sentences about Slovak honey cookies. Episode notes In today's episode,...

Today's episode is about Christmas TV advertisements in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn the Slovak Ordinal numbers from 11 - 20 and some new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “Christmas is really close“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between two young friends talking about Christmas ads. Episode notes In today's e...

Today's episode is about Advent, its meaning and symbolism. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some Slovak ordinal numbers and new words from my Advent vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “That's a good question!” and “I’m looking forward to the holidays“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between mother and her curious six-year-old daughter as...

Today's episode is  about traditional Slovak pig slaughter. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some Slovak words related to the today’s topic. You will also learn how to say “Not everyone can handle it“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a few sentences talking about the Slovak pig slaughter. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about traditional Slovak pig sl...

Today's episode is about November 17 and the Velvet Revolution in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say ”That’s enough!” and “The Gentle revolution was important“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue talking about this peaceful revolution. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talkin...

Today's episode is about November fun facts and some countries important dates in November. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new words about international days and some countries’ holidays. You will also learn how to say “Fight for democracy!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short paragraph with a few of my thoughts on November.   Episode notes In today's...

Today's episode is about All Saints' and All Souls' Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new Slovak words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “All Saints' Day” and “All Souls' Day “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue about these holidays. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about All Saints&apos...

Today's episode is about memories from my childhood about pickling cabbage. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new words from my kitchen vocabulary and practice more Slovak verbs in the imperative. You will also learn how to say “Bon appetite!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my instructions on how to pickle cabbage for the winter. Episode Notes In today's epis...

Today's episode is about autumn and memories from my childhood about harvesting potatoes. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn about the imperative of some Slovak reflexive verbs. You will also learn how to say “Enjoy autumn! “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my autumn activities guide. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about autumn and memories from my ch...

Today's episode is about Dukla Pass Monuments in Eastern Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to create the imperative form of the irregular Slovak verbs and some idioms. You will also learn how to say “Leave me alone!“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about Dukla Pass Monuments in Eastern Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to create...

Today's episode is about Dukla Pass Monuments in Eastern Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to create the imperative form of the irregular Slovak verbs and some idioms. You will also learn how to say “Leave me alone!“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about Dukla Pass Monuments in Eastern Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn how to create...

Today's episode is about the European Day of Languages. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some classroom phrases for students. You will also learn how to ask “Could you explain that again?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my dialogue about celebrating European Day of Languages. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the European Day of languages. In the Slovak le...

Today's episode is about the recent changes in Slovak primary schools. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some classroom phrases and words. You will also learn how to say “Pay attention!" in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the recent changes in Slovak primary schools. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some classroom phrases and words. You will also l...

Today's episode is about the International Day of Programmers. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few words from my computer vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Keep exploring!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my short dialogue about a programmer visiting a school to talk about his work. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the International Day of Pro...

Today's episode is about going back to school. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new words from my school supplies vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Back to school“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode is my short dialogue between mother and her little son about his first day at school. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about going back to school. In the Sl...

Today's episode is about the Slovak National Uprising. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “I'll try again tomorrow “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find the dialogue between Great-Grandfather and Great-Grandson about events in 1944.   Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the Slovak Nati...

Today's episode is about Bardejovské Kúpele and its attractions. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn some new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to ask “ What is the entrance fee? “ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about Bardejovské Kúpele and its attractions. In the Slovak lesson, you will...

Today's episode is about the Bardejov Spa in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn new words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “That’s fun!“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my dialogue about Bardejov spa. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the Bardejov Spa in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn new words from my dial...