Czech Job Interview Phrases
Stick to Vy (formal "you") throughout a Czech job interview, and describe past jobs with "Pracoval/a jsem jako..." (I worked as...).
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Here's some common Czech job interview questions, and the phrases that cover the answers. We're assuming you already know some Czech, as going to a Czech interview as a complete beginner would be strange...
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Key PhrasesBack to top
| Czech | English |
|---|---|
| Dobrý den, jsem rád/a, že jsem tady. | Hello, I'm glad to be here. |
| Pracoval/a jsem jako... | I worked as... (a programmer, etc.) |
| Mám zkušenosti s... | I have experience with... |
| Proč jste odešel/odešla z předchozí práce? | Why did you leave your previous job? |
| Jaké jsou vaše silné/slabé stránky? | What are your strong/weak sides? |
| Kdy byste mohl/a nastoupit? | When could you start? |
| Máte na mě nějaké otázky? | Do you have any questions for me? |
Pro tip
Never switch to ty first. You can ask about it by saying, "Můžeme si tykat?" (Can we use ty with each other?)
Sample DialogueBack to top
Frequently Asked QuestionsBack to top
Should I use Vy or ty in a Czech job interview?
Always use Vy (formal "you") in a job interview, even if the interviewer seems casual. Switching to ty is something the interviewer would invite you to do.
How do I say what my previous job was in Czech?
"Pracoval/a jsem jako..." (I worked as...), followed by the job title. Remember to match the verb ending in past tense to your gender.
What's a common question Czech interviewers ask which might surprise me?
"Proč jste odešel/odešla z předchozí práce?" (Why did you leave your previous job?) is asked more directly and more often than in many English-speaking interview cultures. A short, factual answer is normal and expected.
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