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Learn to speak Czech like a local
Many people want to learn Czech to reconnect with family roots, settle into life in Prague, or simply satisfy a curiosity about one of Europe's most distinctive Slavic languages. But it's easy to feel discouraged by the prospect of Czech grammar, with its tricky verbs, seven cases and consonant clusters. That’s why a natural, immersive approach works best when you’re first starting out in the language.
uTalk is the solution. We’ll help you avoid:
- Getting bogged down in grammar before you've learned to say a single useful phrase
- Fixating on noun cases and verb conjugations instead of building confidence through speaking
- Feeling daunted by everyday conversations because you haven't had enough speaking and listening practice
Learn Czech online today and start holding your own in everyday conversations.
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Three steps to learn Czech fast
No classes to schedule. No confusing grammar drills. Just a clear path to learning Czech.
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Subscribe now, download the app or open the web app. Choose Czech and select your first category.
Get StartedPractise real phrases
Work through short lessons with native speaker audio and memory-boosting games. Reviews focus on the words you find hardest, so you learn faster.
Speak like a local
Speak like a local. Try your Czech in real life. Beginners and more experienced learners can build practical spoken language and start enjoying everyday conversations in the Czech Republic.
Why uTalk is the best Czech learning app
uTalk helps you learn how to speak and recognise a wide variety of Czech words, phrases and useful expressions. It's app-based, online and ready when you are.
Speak first
Practical content covering greetings, travel, family and everyday Czech. Everything you need to start speaking from day one.
Authentic speakers
Learn from real Czech speakers, not computer voices. Hear the language exactly as it's spoken across Czechia.
Beginner friendly, fun and effective
Game-like practice builds your confidence. Lessons are short, focused and based on real-life situations.
Learn Czech online (common phrases and audio)
uTalk helps you learn how to speak and recognise key words and phrases. It's app-based, online and ready when you are.
Dal(a) bych si kávu, prosím.
I’d like a coffee, please.
Dobrý den.
Hello.
Ano.
Yes.
Ano, děkuji.
Yes please.
Ne.
No.
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Ne, děkuji.
No thanks.
Prosím.
Please.
Děkuji.
Thank you.
Děkuji mnohokrát.
Thank you very much.
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Není zač.
You’re welcome.
Dvě piva, prosím.
Two beers, please.
autobus
bus
auto
car
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taxi
taxi
vlak
train
vlakové nádraží
railway station
letiště
airport
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hotel
hotel
cestovní pas
passport
telefon
telephone
Promiňte.
Excuse me.
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Kolik je hodin?
What time is it?
Mohl(a) byste to prosím zopakovat?
Can you repeat that please?
Mluvte prosím pomaleji.
Please speak more slowly.
Nerozumím.
I don’t understand.
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Omlouvám se.
Sorry.
Kde jsou toalety?
Where are the toilets?
WC dámy
Ladies’ Toilet
WC páni
Gents’ Toilet
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Kde je pláž?
Where is the beach?
Kde je banka?
Where is the bank?
Kolik to stojí?
How much does this cost?
kreditní karta
credit card
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bankomat
cash machine
Na shledanou.
Goodbye.
paralen
paracetamol
klíče
keys
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mapa
map
levý
left
pravý
right
jedna
one
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dva
two
tři
three
Where is it spoken?
Czech Republic
Number of speakers
10,000,000
Language family
Indo-European
Slavic
West Slavic
Fun facts | Czech
- The word 'robot' comes from Czech and originally means drudgery.
- The Czech names of months are derived from the weather and seasonal changes. January is 'leden' from 'led' for ice, and June is 'červen' from červený for red because of the red fruit in season at this time.
- Czech has several words with no vowels at all, such as krb - fireplace - and prst - finger.
How our Czech language lessons work
Learning the Czech language should feel manageable from the start. Begin with greetings and high-frequency words, then move on to practical categories covering family, numbers, food and everyday phrases. Lessons mix listening practice with simple sentences you can use right away. You'll hear example phrases from native speakers, see how each word is pronounced, and reinforce what you learn with memory-boosting tests. Review sessions adapt to focus more on the words you find trickiest, helping you build up your level steadily.
Pick a category and the app organises the content so you get quick wins early on. uTalk's approach focuses on speaking first, so you build confidence faster than with a typical course. You can build your Czech gradually, following a guided path or exploring topics at your own pace, whether you're at home or on the go. Switch categories any time, learn online or offline, on mobile or desktop. If you have questions, contact support. We're a friendly UK-based team and we're here to help.
Czech vs. Slovak
How similar are Czech and Slovak, and what are the main differences between them?
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Key points
- Czech and Slovak are two separate languages, both shaped by their geographical proximity and the shared history of the former Czechoslovakia.
- They share many similarities in vocabulary and grammar, and speakers can often understand each other to a considerable extent, though there are some differences in grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary.
- In uTalk, Czech and Slovak are offered as separate languages, so you can choose the one that best fits your goals, whether that's communicating with family or people you meet in Prague, Brno or elsewhere in Czechia.
“We help make learning Czech easy”
“We understand it can feel intimidating to tackle a language known for tricky grammar and unfamiliar sounds. At uTalk, we don’t start with grammar, we start with speaking. That’s why Czech is recorded as it’s genuinely spoken, not just how it appears in textbooks, using native speaker audio to help you recognise and use real language from day one. This approach helps you pick up key words and phrases quickly, so you can start communicating straight away and build confidence as you go.”
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Richard Howeson
uTalk Founder
Why learners trust uTalk for Czech
At uTalk, we are passionate about supporting languages that often get overlooked by other apps. Our Czech content is recorded by native speakers, so every lesson gives you audio you can trust. The app works for English speakers and for speakers of more than 140 other languages. Check our reviews and see how learners are turning daily practice into real progress.
Your Czech language learning journey
Maybe you have family roots in the Czech Republic, you're relocating for work, or you're simply drawn to one of Europe's most distinctive Slavic languages. Czech is spoken by around 10 million people and finding lessons that focus on real spoken Czech, rather than dense grammar rules, can feel like a challenge.
Get StarteduTalk can help. Take your first proper look at Czech with First Words like dobrý den and děkuji, then build everyday phrases you can use in real situations. You'll listen to native Czech speakers, record yourself copying them and compare the two. Game-like practice makes it fun for beginners, while practical content helps more experienced learners fill gaps in their knowledge. Learn online or offline, follow a guided path or choose for yourself what to work on and when.
The outcome is simple. You'll speak Czech with confidence and understand more of what people say around you. You'll use your new skills with family, friends and colleagues across the Czech Republic. You'll find speaking Czech becomes a natural part of your life.
Learn real-life topics in Czech
Explore the West Slavic language family
Czech belongs to the West Slavic language family, closely related to its neighbours through shared roots and grammar. If you're curious to compare words, sounds or everyday phrases across the family, check out: Polish and Slovak.
These languages share deep historical roots and often recognisable vocabulary, so learning one West Slavic language can give you a head start with the others.
Get StartedYour Czech questions, answered
Do you offer live online classes or is it just an app?
uTalk is an app and online language learning software. Lessons are digital, short and practical. If you want a tutor, the app still helps you prepare for class and review between sessions.
Can I start as a beginner?
Yes. The course begins with basic greetings and everyday words and phrases and takes you to an A1–A2 level on the CEFR scale. Some of our topics even cover material you’d learn as you grow your skills to B1 or B2.
What application languages do you support? Can I learn without English?
Yes. uTalk works for speakers of more than 140 languages. Choose the one that suits you in Settings.
How is content selected and ordered?
Topics are based on real-life situations. You can select any category and the app suggests a smart learning order for beginners. You can change it at any time.
How does uTalk compare with YouTube lessons?
YouTube can be useful, but it’s hard to check pronunciation or get structured reviews. uTalk gives you native speaker audio, games that test tricky words more often and a clear path from basic to practical use.
Is Czech the same as Slovak?
No, although they're closely related. Czech and Slovak are separate languages with their own vocabulary and pronunciation, despite sharing a history through the former Czechoslovakia. In uTalk, you'll find Czech listed as its own language.
Is Czech easy to learn?
Czech has a reputation for complex grammar, with features like seven noun cases, but its spelling is consistent once you learn the rules. uTalk's short lessons and native speaker audio help you build confidence step by step, without getting bogged down in grammar drills.
What does the Czech alphabet look like?
Czech uses the Latin alphabet with extra accented letters, like ž, š and č, which actually show you exactly how to pronounce each sound. Once you learn the pattern, Czech spelling is very consistent.
How fast can I learn to speak Czech?
Short, regular sessions work best. Many learners can handle simple conversations after a few weeks of steady practice. Your progress depends on how often you use the app and how much you review.
Can I learn Czech for free with uTalk?
Yes. Getting started with uTalk is easy, and you can cancel whenever you want. We want you to love uTalk, so we even offer a 28-Day Money Back Guarantee if you are not satisfied.
Where can I learn Czech with uTalk?
We’re available on iOS, Android, web, Mac and PC. Get started now and you’ll be directed to download uTalk for your device.
Topics
- First Words
- Transport
- Restaurant
- Food and Drink
- Cooking
- Places
- Directions
- Illness
- Doctor
- Body
- Emergencies
- Social Phrases
- Leisure
- Likes and Dislikes
- Football Match Abroad
- Football Commentary
- Sports
- Shopping Words
- Fruit
- Vegetables
- Clothes
- Ingredients
- Home
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Tools
- Family
- Occupations
- Animals
- Animals' Bodies
- Farming
- Technology
- School
- Business
- Numbers up to Twenty
- Numbers up to Ten Million
- Essential Phrases
- Adjectives
- Prepositions
- Colours
- Countries
- Calendar
- Time
- Timetable
- Outdoors
- Holiday
- Skiing
- Camping
- Golf
- Sailing
- Driving
- Olympics
- Summer Olympics
- Winter Olympics
- Military Commands
- Military Peace Keeping
- Military Intelligence
- Accommodation
- Shopping Phrases
- Travelling
- Free Starter Words
- Disaster Relief - Volunteers
- Natural Disasters
Get by with basic greetings, words and phrases including 'hello', 'thank you' and 'I'd like a coffee please'.