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Today's episode is about history of Valentine’s Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, I'm talking about some Slovak diminutives.  You will also learn new words from my Valentine’s vocabulary and how to say “I am in love with you  “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a love letter from a husband to his wife on Valentine’s Day in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episo...

Today's episode is about stereotypes of Slovakia and Slovaks. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn new words of endearment. You will also learn how to say “Your love is the most beautiful gift. “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find 10 phrases to express love and affection. Episode notes Today I’m talking about stereotypes of Slovakia and Slovaks. In the Slovak lesson, y...

Today we are going to look at more irregular verbs that completely change the stem, but still keep the standart ending for a specific person. For example: stáť (to stand) => stojim, etc. Then you will practice them in short sentences. Episode notes Today we are going to look at more irregular verbs that completely change the stem, but still keep the standart ending for a specific person. For ex...

Today we are going to look at some verbs that completely change the stem, but still keep the standard ending for a specific person. For example: niesť - nesiem or spať - spím. Episode notes Today we are going to look at some verbs that completely change the stem, but still keep the standard ending for a specific person. For example: niesť - nesiem or spať - spím. Then you will practice them in sho...

Today we are going to look at some verbs that first add the form -je-, then add an ending for a specific person. For example: žiť (to live) - žijem (I live). Episode notes Today we are going to look at some verbs that first add the form -je-, then add an ending for a specific person. For example: žiť (to live) - žijem (I live). Then you will practice them in short sentences. Slovak lesson 1. Verb...

Today in the Slovak lesson you will learn to conjugate some verbs that change vowel  -a in the infinitive into vowel -e when conjugated in the present tense. For example: Pozv ať => pozv e m. Then you will practice them in short sentences. Episode notes Today in the Slovak lesson you will learn to conjugate some verbs that change vowel  -a in the infinitive into vowel -e when conjugated in the...

Today we are going to look at the verbs with ending -ovať and conjugate some of them in the present tense. Then we will use them in short sentences. Episode notes Today we are going to look at the verbs with ending -ovať and conjugate some of them in the present tense. Then we will use them in short sentences. Slovak lesson The Present Tense of the Verb cestovať (to travel) Singular               ...

Today's episode is about the traditions after Christmas Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson you will learn a few words from my vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Let’s celebrate!” in Slovak. At the end you can find my dialogue about winter fun in a backyard. Episode notes Today I'm talking about the traditions after Christmas Day in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson you will lear...

Today's episode is about the evolution of Christmas in the world and Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson you will learn a few words from my Christmas vocabulary. You will also learn how to say “Happy holidays everyone!” in Slovak. At the end you can find a short dialogue about a family decorating their Christmas tree. Episode notes Today I’m talking about the evolution of Christmas in the world an...

Today's episode is about my three all-time favorite Christmas movies. In the Slovak lesson you will learn new words from my “Cinema vocabulary”. You will also learn how to ask “What is your favorite Christmas movie?” in Slovak. At the end you will find a short dialogue about two friends discussing Christmas movies. Episode notes Today I’m talking about my three all-time favorite Christmas mov...

Today I’m talking about celebrations of St. Mikuláš’s holiday in Slovakia in the past and present. In the Slovak lesson you will learn new vocabulary from my dialogue “On the Eve of Svätý Mikuláš”. You will also learn how to say “This is no fun at all!” in Slovak. Episode notes Today I’m talking about celebrations of St. Mikuláš’s holiday in Slovakia in the past and present. In the Slovak lesson y...

In today's episode, I will continue talking about Prešov and its historical monuments. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the Instrumental case of Slovak nouns without prepositions and practice them in a few sentences. You will also learn how to say “I travel by train.” and “I want to be a doctor.” in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I will continue talking about Prešo...

In today's episode, I will continue talking about Prešov and its historical center. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the plural of the Instrumental case of Slovak nouns without prepositions and practice them in a few sentences. You will also learn how to say “You will go further with honest words.“ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I will continue talking about Pre...

Today's episode is about Prešov and its historical center, part 2. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the singular of the Instrumental case of Slovak nouns with prepositions pred (in front of), pod (under), nad (above), za (behind), and medzi (between) and practice it in a few sentences. You will also learn how to say “I'm going with a friend “in Slovak.   Episode notes Today&a...

Today's episode is about Prešov's historical center. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn the plural of the Instrumental case of Slovak nouns and practice it in a few sentences. You will also learn how to ask “With whom are you working?  “in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about Prešov, the third biggest city in Slovakia, and its historical center. In t...

In today's episode, I’m talking about the History of Prešov, the third biggest city in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn about the instrumental case of Slovak nouns in singular. You will also learn how to say “ What are you unsatisfied with?" in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the History of Prešov, the third biggest city in Slovakia....

Today's episode is about Halloween in Slovakia: A Blend of Traditions and Fun. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my dialogue: Going to a Halloween party. You will also learn how to say “I’m not sure “ in Slovak. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about Halloween in Slovakia: A Blend of Traditions and Fun. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn...

Today's episode is about hiking the High Tatras with children. In the Slovak lesson, you’re going to learn and practice some words around weather. You will also learn how to ask “What is the weather like?“ in Slovak. At the end you can find a dialogue about going hiking with children. Episode notes Today I’m talking about hiking the High Tatras with children. In the Slovak lesson, you’re goin...

Today's episode is about potato brigades in Slovakia under socialism. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to say “Let’s face it. “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between two friends picking potatoes in a field. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about potato brigades in Slovakia...

Today's episode is about the Erasmus program in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my dialogue. You will also learn how to ask “What do you mean?” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my short dialogue between two friends talking about enrolling into the Erasmus program. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the Erasmus pro...

Today's episode is about Prešov University in Slovakia. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn new words related to university study. You will also learn how to ask “What fields does the university offer? “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find a short paragraph about studying at the University of Prešov. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about Prešov Unive...

In today's episode, I’m talking about how to prepare for studying in a Slovak college. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words from my College Vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “ May I ask? “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can practice some sentences in Slovak about studying in Slovak universities. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about ho...

Today's episode is about education and schools in Slovakia during the era of socialism. You are going to learn some words from my advanced vocabulary. You will also learn how to ask “Was it worth it? “in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can practice a few sentences about education in Slovakia during the era of socialism. Episode notes Today I am talking about education and schools in S...

Today I am talking about education and schools in Slovakia. You are going to learn some words from my ‘School vocabulary’. You will also learn how to ask “ Is school attendance compulsory? ” in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can enjoy my article about Slovak schools in Slovak. Episode notes Today I am talking about education and schools in Slovakia. You are going to learn some words from...

In today's episode, I’m talking about the harvest and its traditions. In the Slovak lesson, you are going to learn some words around harvesting. You will also learn how to say “We all deserve it.“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can enjoy the dialogue about a family harvest. Episode notes In today's episode, I’m talking about the harvest and its traditions. In the Slovak lesso...