ano, prosím
[ˈano ˈprosiːm]word by word
The Czech phrase for "yes please" is ano, prosím.
Use ano, prosím when someone offers you something, such as food, a drink or assistance.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of ano (yes) and prosím (please).
Which one should you use?
ano, prosím is more polite than simply saying ano when accepting an offer.
Did you know?
- While prosím means 'please' in ano, prosím, it is also the standard way to say 'you are welcome' and 'I beg your pardon' in Czech.
- In casual settings, Czechs often replace ano with jo, making the phrase jo, prosím.
- While ano is the standard word for 'yes', using it in certain social settings can sound unexpectedly blunt or even slightly aggressive compared to more nuanced affirmative particles.
Examples in context
- Ano, prosím.Yes please.
- Ano, to bych si přál!Yes, I would like that!
- Ano, prosím, jednu kávu.Yes please, one coffee.
- Ano, prosím, to je dobrý nápad.Yes please, that is a good idea.
Example conversation
Lucie offers Lukáš a glass of water.
- LucieChceš sklenici vody, Lukáši?Do you want a glass of water, Lukáš?
- LukášAno, prosím.Yes, please.
- LucieTady je, prosím.Here it is, please.
- LukášDěkuji moc, Lucie.Thank you very much, Lucie.
