Czech language is hard, is it a barrier in terms of communicating?

MikeyMike7

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Member since 07 June 2015

Prague

MikeyMike7

07 June 2015 21:30:55

MikeyMike7

07 June 2015 21:30:55

Prague

Hi there,

I have just become a fully qualified teacher, from Glasgow, Scotland and have accepted a job contract to teach in Prague for one year. I go out in August and am very excited about the prospect. I was wondering as the Czech Language is one of the hardest languages to learn. Is it much of a barrier in terms of communicating and getting around in Prague?

Mike

Priscilla

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Member since 30 May 2013

Priscilla

08 June 2015 14:33:14

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Priscilla

08 June 2015 14:33:14

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Hi Mike,

I have created a new topic with your post on the Czech Republic forum for more visibility and interaction with the members.

Thanks

Priscilla

triumph1

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Member since 09 February 2010

Brno

triumph1

13 July 2015 19:52:36

triumph1

13 July 2015 19:52:36

Brno

Hi Mike,

As a teacher of English who has lived in this country for nearly 10 years, I can tell you the Czech language is hard, but you will find that many people in Prague speak English.

It's pretty easy to learn some stock phrases to get you started, if you are only going to be here for a year.

Good luck.

Trevor,
Brno

BeyondPrague

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Member since 26 October 2013

Brno, South Moravia

BeyondPrague

24 August 2015 17:24:11

BeyondPrague

24 August 2015 17:24:11

Brno, South Moravia

Around Prague, you shouldn't have too many problems if you don't speak Czech. Lots of knowledgable expats are there and many Czechs there speak good English in my experience.

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