10+ Best Ways to Learn Czech (Updated 2024)

I never knew there was a Czech language before my sister told me about it. She was traveling to Czechia (Czech Republic), a country in Central Europe. As I love learning languages, she thought that I might know Czech. However, I was hearing this name for the first time. As a sibling, it was my duty to help her. So, I started telling her ways that I had used to learn other languages. Czech is a different language; not all my tricks worked for her.

Thus, I thought to share the ones that worked for her with you. Read them all and know what are the ways to learn Czech.

Ways to learn Czech

Czech is a language that is different from English. It has a Slavic background. Thus, it may feel like a burden to learn it. Getting the ways that can actually help in learning the language is important. As I have learned so many languages, I have an idea of how to learn them. I helped my sister and told her how she could easily learn it. These tips and tricks are mentioned below:

1. Ignore what people say

Being an English speaker, I received so many negative thoughts from people while learning Korean. Its a tough language. The writing style is different. There is nothing in common. And much more. I ignored all of it. Undoubtedly, if I had thought of these things, there would have been no chance to learn Korean. This is exactly what I told my sister. Just ignore what people say. Stay determined and focused. 

2. Never lose hope

After ignoring everyone, there is no way to lose hope. Of course, the journey is full of obstacles, and learning a new language is never an easy task. There will be times when there will be a non-desirable result. Let me share one of my experience. When I was learning Turkish, I could hardly remember anything in my first week. It made me angry, but I never lost hope and eventually succeeded in learning it. Just think, if I had lost hope, could I learn it? No. 

2. Choosing the right platform

Everyone has a different learning style. Some may enjoy visual learning and others may enjoy a gamified approach. Thus, when you choose a platform, it is important to choose according to your learning style. There are many platforms built for beginners that follow a different learning style. My cousin used Duolingo to learn it. The platform follows a gamified approach to teaching Czech. My cousin really enjoyed this platform.

3. Stay regular

Consistency is the key to success. 

Consistency means staying regular in whatever you do. Learning the language also requires consistency. I never sleep without giving some time to my practice. Even if you are feeling bored or are not in a mood to revise it, listen to a song or podcast for 10–15 minutes. It will not only help to revise but also relax the mind.

4. Podcasts

Podcasts have been the biggest resource for gaining knowledge. Whenever I learn a language, I try to listen to these podcasts. My sister also did the same. She looks at different podcasts in Czech. However, one thing I would suggest is to start with the podcast having an English translation too. It will help you understand the language faster. Once you are at intermediate level, look for podcasts purely in Czech. Here are some podcast she used to learn Czech:

5. Books

Can a tutor teach without a book? No. Can the apps developed without it? No. Books are the major resource in teaching a language. Books can be your best friends. Of course, I heard this statement somewhere, but I feel it is absolutely true. They are only here to help you. Whether you are learning a new subject or a language, book is always there for you. 

Suggestion: Try to buy a book with English translations. 

Here is a list of some books that helped her learn Czech-

• CzechClass101
• One Minute Czech
• Czech with Iva

6. Talking in Czech

I think it may be hard for you to find a person who wants to learn Czech. In such a scenario, I would say to try greeting them in it. Of course, it may look funny, but it will boost your interest. However, it is not enough to become fluent. Thus, try to look for some online language exchange programs.

7. Finding online language exchange partners

Online language exchange programs are the ones where we could find a partner to practice with. I myself have used it a lot. Trust me, I made some really good friends. I am sharing some good platforms that would make your job easier:

• Tandem
• HelloTalk
• Speaky

Each of the above platforms follows a specific system:

We create a profile and based on the data added, there are recommendations. Select the one and start communicating with them. There are two inbuilt features on it: translations and autocorrect. Both of them help to improve communication. I have created so many friends from these platforms. In fact, I remember that while learning German, I made a friend. When I traveled to Germany, I also met her.

8. Focus on common words

Similar to Turkish, there are only a few words that are commonly used while communicating to each other. Try to only focus on them. Neither my sister nor I were aware of it. But now that I know, I would really recommend understanding the important words, especially if you have a very short time period. 

9. Flashcard apps

Flashcard apps are the pillars of teaching vocabulary. No language journey is complete without using a flashcard. In these apps, there is an image on the screen in the form of a visual. Just click on it and get the meaning. Whereas, other apps may give the word on the screen, and by clicking them, you get the meaning. I will share some platforms that follow a similar approach:

• Anki and Memrise: Both have pre-made decks and allow me to make my own list of words. I have used both platforms to download the Duolingo vocabulary lists. 
• Quizlet: is another platform that I really love using, to learn vocabulary. However, it not only focuses on learning language but also practice tests. There are lot of flashcards for GCSEs and A-levels. 

10. Keeping a Journal 

Once you learned the words, I would suggest making notes on them. Make a list of the words you learned. Try to divide it into sections. Make the first section of words and other one of phrases. Or vice versa. Having a journal helped me improve my writing style. I am sure it will help you, too. Also, Czech has a different writing style. Add the alphabetic chart at the beginning.

11. Joining online communities

Online communities are growing with each other. It’s like a platform where people all over the world come together and have conversations on a particular topic. I am part of various communities that focus mostly on language learning. It feels so encouraging to know there are so many follow-up learners with me. Czech is a language that also has multiple groups to learn. 

Note: It’s common to get multiple reviews on a particular thing. Thus, read properly before making a decision.

12. Hiring a private tutor

A private tutor can be an awesome way to learn the language. But it’s not easy to get one for such a language. My sister was already living in Czech Republic, so it was easy for her to get one. But it’s not easy for everyone. Thus, I have added 2 such platforms that have some good tutors to teach you:

• iTalki: It’s the biggest platform that provides live teachers to teach a language. I am using this platform since long. Thus, I know how the platform works. There are two types of tutors to choose from. Trust me, all the tutors are amazing in their job. The price that you pay depends upon different factors. Along with that, there is an additional feature: community. Its a free feature to connect with other learners.
• Preply: It is the biggest competitor of iTalki. There are over 120 languages, with a lot of tutors for each language. This platform offers demo sessions before selecting a tutor. The tutors here were really helpful and nice to me. I had some doubts and they were ready to clear even after the class.

Conclusion 

Czech is the language spoken in the Czech Republic with a Slavic background. Although I have never learned it, I have helped my sister gain knowledge of the language. Of course, it’s a different language that requires a different style. I have mentioned the ways in which my sister learned. Start by ignoring what people say. Everyone has their own opinion. Ignore them and stay focused. Include different language resources like books, podcasts, apps, etc. Make sure to stay consistent with it.

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