Renčo, co ráda děláš? Co máš ráda? (STORY ABOUT HOBBIES AND PREFERENCES in Czech)(S02/E15 – daily podcast CZECH YOUR DAY)

THIS WEEK’S TOPIC: KONÍČKY/HOBBIES

THE TRANSCRIPT/HANDOUT IS DOWN BELOW

Discovering Hobbies: What Do I Enjoy?

I’ll start with activities that bring me immense joy.

Every morning, I meditate. It’s my way of centering myself for the day ahead. Another passion of mine? Jumping rope. I currently do 1,000 jumps daily! Walking with my dog Sára is another favorite pastime, alongside baking and cooking—especially making tea from fresh mint. In autumn and winter, swapping to ginger tea with lemon and honey is a must. And when it comes to travelling, I savour every moment. This summer, I had the pleasure of spending a month in Bali. When I travel, trying new dishes is a delightful adventure.

Here’s how I would talk about these preferences in Standard Czech (= TEXTBOOK VERSION):

• Ráda každé ráno medituji. (I definitely like to meditate every morning.)
• Také ráda skáču přes švihadlo. Momentálně tisíc skoků. (I also like to jump the rope. Currently, 1000 jumps.)
• Každý den ráda chodím se Sárenkou na dlouhou procházku. Sárenka je můj pes. (I like to go for a walk with Sára, my dog.)
• Ráda peču a vařím. (I like baking and cooking.)
• Na podzim a v zimě Ráda pijí čaj z čerstvého zázvoru citrónu a medu. (And in the autumn and winter, I like drinking tea from fresh ginger with lemon and honey.)
• Moc ráda cestuji. Letos v létě jsem byla měsíc na Bali. (I definitely like to travel. I was in Bali for a month this summer.)

Reading is another enjoyment, especially books in Spanish. When time permits, I adore swimming and snorkeling in the sea.

• Moc ráda čtu. (I really like to read.)
• Ráda plavu v moři. (I like to swim in the sea.)
• Také v moři ráda šnorchluji. (I also like to snorkel.)

Facing Dislikes: What Do I Avoid?

On the flip side, some activities just aren’t my cup of tea. For instance, carrying an umbrella isn’t something I relish. Shopping, particularly venturing to stores, follows suit in my list of dislikes. Lastly, trips to Prague by car and the struggles of parking are far from enjoyment.

In Czech, this would sound like:

• Nerada nosím deštník. (I don’t like to carry an umbrella.)
• Nerada nakupuji. (I don’t like shopping.)
• Nerada jezdím autem do Prahy. (I don’t like to go by car to Prague.)

And remember, the informal Czech you’ll hear isn’t always the polished textbook version. Often, it’s a blend of both. Embrace it as it adds authenticity to your language abilities.

Would you like to listen to this episode with more ease and confidence?

Check these episodes first:

• #11: Unlock Your Czech Leisure Lexicon (CESTOVÁNÍ, ČTENÍ a spol.)
• #12: Czech Out Your Preferences: From Travelling to Chocolate (MÁM RÁD CESTOVÁNÍ, MÁ RÁDA ČOKOLÁDU)
• #13: Talk with Scott: A Unique Journey (No Cases, No Problem)
• #14: Mastering Czech Preferences (RÁDA ČTU, RÁD CESTUJE, NERAD PEČU)