🇨🇿 Czech phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Czech

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Jak se máš?
"How are you?" in Czech · say it like yahk seh mahsh

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Czech is Jak se máš?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Jak se máte?
More formal or plural form.
Co děláš?
Casual way to ask what someone is doing.

When to use it

Use 'Jak se máš?' when greeting a friend or someone you know well. It's a casual way to check in on someone's well-being. For formal situations or when addressing multiple people, use 'Jak se máte?'.

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Examples in Czech

CzechEnglish
Ahoj, jak se máš?Hi, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Jak se máš?' with 'Jak se máte?' and use the wrong form in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a difference between 'Jak se máš?' and 'Jak se máte?'?

Yes, 'Jak se máš?' is informal, while 'Jak se máte?' is formal or plural.

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