Summary of Common English-Czech Vocabulary
Common English-Czech Vocabulary: Essential Words for Students
Introduction
This study guide helps you learn common English nouns and phrases with their Czech translations. It is designed for self-study and focused practice. Use the examples and exercises to remember word meanings and typical contexts.
How to use this material
- Read each English word or phrase and its Czech translation.
- Study the example sentences to see real-world use.
- Review the grouped lists and the short exercises at the end.
Tip: Repeat aloud and make your own sentences to reinforce memory.
Basic vocabulary with translations and examples
Below are the target words grouped by theme. Each entry includes the English word, the Czech translation, a brief definition, and an example sentence.
Offers, requests and transactions
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| an offer | nabídku | A proposal to give or do something | He made me an offer I couldn't refuse. — Udělal mi nabídku, které jsem nemohl odmítnout. |
| an order (of food) | objednávku (jídla) | A request for food in a restaurant | We placed an order of food at noon. — V poledne jsme zadali objednávku (jídla). |
| an offer (repeat) | nabídku | Same as above | See above |
Definition: an offer — a proposal or willingness to give or do something
Descriptions, speech and communication
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a description | popis | A spoken or written account of something | Please give a description of the item. — Dejte prosím popis předmětu. |
| a speech | projev | A formal talk given to an audience | She gave a moving speech. — Pronesla dojemný projev. |
| a phone call | telefonát | A call made using a telephone | I got a phone call from my friend. — Dostala jsem telefonát od kamaráda. |
| a suggestion | návrh | An idea offered for consideration | He made a suggestion about the schedule. — Navrhl změnu rozvrhu. |
Definition: a speech — a formal talk delivered to listeners
Feelings, behavior and mistakes
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a fuss | rozruch, cavyky (remcat) | Unnecessary excitement or complaints | Stop making a fuss about it. — Přestaň z toho dělat rozruch. |
| a habit of... | zvyk (něco dělat) | A regular behavior or practice | I have a habit of reading before bed. — Mám zvyk číst před spaním. |
| a mistake | chybu | An incorrect action or judgment | Everyone makes a mistake sometimes. — Každý někdy udělá chybu. |
Definition: a habit — a repeated behavior that becomes automatic
Home, travel and events
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a home | domov | The place where someone lives | After work I go home. — Po práci jdu domů. |
| a journey / a trip | cestu / výlet | Travel from one place to another | We enjoyed the journey through the mountains. — Užili jsme si cestu přes hory. |
| a breakfast | snídani | The first meal of the day | I had cereal for breakfast. — Dal jsem si cereálie ke snídani. |
Definition: a journey — traveling from one place to another, short or long
Decisions and planning
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a choice | volbu, výběr | An option selected among others | You have a choice between tea and coffee. — Máš volbu mezi čajem a kávou. |
| a decision | rozhodnutí | A conclusion reached after consideration | She made the decision to move. — Rozhodla se přestěhovat. |
| arrangements | přípravy, opatření | Plans made for an event or task | We made arrangements for the meeting. — Udělali jsme přípravy na schůzku. |
| a promise | slib | A commitment to do or not do something | He gave his promise to help. — Dal slib, že pomůže. |
| a New Year resolution | novoroční předsevzetí | A promise to yourself to change something in the new year | My New Year resolution is to exercise more. — Moje novoroční předsevzetí je více cvičit. |
Definition: a decision — a choice made after thinking about options
Social relations and legal
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English–Czech Vocabulary List
Klíčová slova: English vocabulary (Czech translations)
Klíčové pojmy: Learn nouns with Czech translations and example sentences, Practice by making your own sentences aloud, Group words by context: transactions, communication, social, travel, Remember noun definitions: offer, order, description, speech, Use the quick comparison table to choose words by situation, Translate short phrases to test recall regularly, Make flashcards for repeated review of difficult items, Use words in real contexts: order food, make arrangements, give a speech, Note that many nouns have verb forms for easy expansion, Review mistakes and habits vocabulary to talk about behavior
## Introduction
This study guide helps you learn common English nouns and phrases with their Czech translations. It is designed for self-study and focused practice. Use the examples and exercises to remember word meanings and typical contexts.
### How to use this material
1. Read each English word or phrase and its Czech translation.
2. Study the example sentences to see real-world use.
3. Review the grouped lists and the short exercises at the end.
> Tip: Repeat aloud and make your own sentences to reinforce memory.
## Basic vocabulary with translations and examples
Below are the target words grouped by theme. Each entry includes the English word, the Czech translation, a brief definition, and an example sentence.
### Offers, requests and transactions
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| an offer | nabídku | A proposal to give or do something | He made me an offer I couldn't refuse. — Udělal mi nabídku, které jsem nemohl odmítnout. |
| an order (of food) | objednávku (jídla) | A request for food in a restaurant | We placed an order of food at noon. — V poledne jsme zadali objednávku (jídla). |
| an offer (repeat) | nabídku | Same as above | See above |
> Definition: an offer — a proposal or willingness to give or do something
### Descriptions, speech and communication
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a description | popis | A spoken or written account of something | Please give a description of the item. — Dejte prosím popis předmětu. |
| a speech | projev | A formal talk given to an audience | She gave a moving speech. — Pronesla dojemný projev. |
| a phone call | telefonát | A call made using a telephone | I got a phone call from my friend. — Dostala jsem telefonát od kamaráda. |
| a suggestion | návrh | An idea offered for consideration | He made a suggestion about the schedule. — Navrhl změnu rozvrhu. |
> Definition: a speech — a formal talk delivered to listeners
### Feelings, behavior and mistakes
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a fuss | rozruch, cavyky (remcat) | Unnecessary excitement or complaints | Stop making a fuss about it. — Přestaň z toho dělat rozruch. |
| a habit of... | zvyk (něco dělat) | A regular behavior or practice | I have a habit of reading before bed. — Mám zvyk číst před spaním. |
| a mistake | chybu | An incorrect action or judgment | Everyone makes a mistake sometimes. — Každý někdy udělá chybu. |
> Definition: a habit — a repeated behavior that becomes automatic
### Home, travel and events
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a home | domov | The place where someone lives | After work I go home. — Po práci jdu domů. |
| a journey / a trip | cestu / výlet | Travel from one place to another | We enjoyed the journey through the mountains. — Užili jsme si cestu přes hory. |
| a breakfast | snídani | The first meal of the day | I had cereal for breakfast. — Dal jsem si cereálie ke snídani. |
> Definition: a journey — traveling from one place to another, short or long
### Decisions and planning
| English | Czech | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| a choice | volbu, výběr | An option selected among others | You have a choice between tea and coffee. — Máš volbu mezi čajem a kávou. |
| a decision | rozhodnutí | A conclusion reached after consideration | She made the decision to move. — Rozhodla se přestěhovat. |
| arrangements | přípravy, opatření | Plans made for an event or task | We made arrangements for the meeting. — Udělali jsme přípravy na schůzku. |
| a promise | slib | A commitment to do or not do something | He gave his promise to help. — Dal slib, že pomůže. |
| a New Year resolution | novoroční předsevzetí | A promise to yourself to change something in the new year | My New Year resolution is to exercise more. — Moje novoroční předsevzetí je více cvičit. |
> Definition: a decision — a choice made after thinking about options
### Social relations and legal
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