Ways to say it
| Czech | IPA |
|---|---|
| lahodný | [ˈlaɦodniː] (narrow) |
| chutný | [ˈxutniː] (narrow) |
In Czech, several words are used to describe food that is pleasing to the taste. Chutný and its variants are common ways to say 'delicious'. If you want to emphasize that food is excellent, you can use Výborné or use Vynikající to describe food that is outstanding. For an informal way to show great appreciation for something incredibly delicious, the word Báječný is a popular choice. You can also say Neskutečně dobré to mean 'incredibly good'.
What does it mean word for word?
The adjective chutný is derived from the noun chuť, which means 'taste'.
Which one should you use?
Lahodný is more evocative and carries a stronger, more literary connotation of being luscious or delightful compared to the standard chutný.
How does it change in a sentence?
Czech adjectives must agree with the gender of the noun they describe. For a feminine noun like 'polévka' (soup), you would use the form chutná. When describing a neuter noun, such as 'jídlo' (food), the adjective takes the form chutné.
Did you know?
- Beware of using the word chutný to describe a person in certain contexts, as it can sometimes imply that a person is 'attractive' or 'tasty' in a slangy, objectifying way.
- The word lahodný shares its roots with the concept of being 'mild' or 'gentle'. While it describes food today, its ancient ancestors were used to describe a person's temperament or a soothing melody.
- While výborné means 'excellent', it is derived from the verb vybrat, meaning 'to choose' or 'to select'.
Examples in context
- Tento chléb je velmi chutný.This bread is very delicious.This sentence is useful for practicing the use of chutný.Tatoeba #2784937 by lipao, translation #60629 by CK
- Toto jídlo je moc chutné!This food is very delicious!
- Je to neuvěřitelně dobré! Jsi skvělá pekařka.It's incredibly good! You are a fantastic baker.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “delicious” translations and entries lahodný, chutný, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries chutný, lahodný, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
