Language exclusion hurts: How to join the conversation in the Czech office
While many companies today promote diversity and inclusion, unintentional language exclusion remains common in international offices.
Tech life hacks for expats: The best tools for translating Czech language barriers
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These game-changing tech tools can help easily translate between Czech and English, whether you’re making business deals or simply asking directions.
Czechia maintains strong English skills as proficiency declines across EU
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The country improved by one place compared to last year's EF report, with comparable results to the Philippines, Lithuania, and Serbia.
Foreign language from first grade? Education advocates say Czech schools aren't ready
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A 2023 report found that over half of Czech primary schools employed teachers who were not qualified to teach foreign languages.
From Hajzl to Hňup, these are the Czech Republic's most unusual surnames
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While many Czech surnames are common, others are unique, humorous, or even awkward—adding an unexpected twist to everyday interactions.
QUIZ: Can you name these English words with Czech roots?
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Test your knowledge of Czech language loan words with our bilingual vocabulary brush up.
Wheelbarrows are falling! Essential Czech rain vocabulary to learn
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As autumn settles in, learn and save these phrases for a rainy day – from water cans pouring from the skies to cheeky film references.
Ty vole! Index reveals Czech drivers' favorite swear words
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Around 80 percent of drivers on the roadways here admit to swearing, according to a recent survey conducted by the British dashcam company Nextbase.
Czech schools to offer more Czech language classes for non-native speakers
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The number of foreign pupils in Czech schools has doubled in the past years; teaching must expand and adapt in response, says the Ministry of Education.
Jokey Czechs invade airBaltic poll to give plane a lewd name
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Users have a choice of over 200 Baltic towns and cities to name aircraft – some places mean something entirely different in the Czech language, though.
Flighty language: These colorful Czech expressions are for the birds
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From woodpeckers to magpies, these Czech bird words can broaden our vocabulary and take your language skills to new heights.
Czech Olympic commentator criticized for dropping 'ová' on foreign athletes' names
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During the women's 200-meter butterfly semifinal, commentator Ondřej Zamazal made an effort to pronounce all the athletes' names correctly.
Confusing Czech word pairs: Test yourself on these tricky adjectives
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Do you know the difference between ZELENÝ and ZELENINOVÝ? Take our Czech vocabulary quiz to find out.
Czech education minister proposes mandatory English from first grade
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A second foreign language, such as German, French, or Spanish, from the sixth grade could also be required as part of govt. education reforms.
A fading Moravian dialect may soon be recognized by UNESCO
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Hantec, which has its roots in Moravia and incorporates parts of German as well as Yiddish vocabulary, has been around since the 1800s.
Czechia ranked 12th-friendliest country in the world – is it really?
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A study found that people in Czechia had higher levels of agreeableness and made others feel more 'at ease' than several other European countries.
Which languages do Praguers want to learn the most?
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A recent survey has revealed the top language choices of learners in almost every capital city in the world, including Prague.
