Episodes

  • Butter Saves the Day: A Cabbage Festival Comedy

    Butter Saves the Day: A Cabbage Festival Comedy
    Feb 4 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: Butter Saves the Day: A Cabbage Festival Comedy Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-04-23-34-02-sk Story Transcript:Sk: V dedinke, ktorej strechy boli pokryté snehom, sa konal každoročný kapustový festival.En: In the village, where the rooftops were covered with snow, the annual cabbage festival was taking place.Sk: Všetky domy dookola boli ozdobené farebnými stužkami a svetlami.En: All the houses around were decorated with colorful ribbons and lights.Sk: Veselí dedinčania v hrubých kabátoch sa zhromaždili na námestí.En: Cheerful villagers in thick coats gathered in the square.Sk: V ovzduší panovala zima, no smiech a hudba dodávali atmosféru tepla.En: The air was cold, but laughter and music added a warm atmosphere.Sk: Marek, známy svojou hravosťou a občasnou nemotornosťou, bol nadšený.En: Marek, known for his playfulness and occasional clumsiness, was excited.Sk: Festival mal svoje tradičné súťaže a Marek sa najviac tešil na súťaž v jedení kapusty.En: The festival had its traditional contests, and Marek looked forward most to the cabbage-eating contest.Sk: Bol pripravený statočne súťažiť, keďže sa chcel stať majstrom dedinského festivalu.En: He was prepared to compete bravely, as he wanted to become the champion of the village festival.Sk: Keď prišiel čas súťaže, Marek sa ponáhľal k stánku, kde bola vystavená obrovská kapusta.En: When it was time for the contest, Marek hurried to the stand where an enormous cabbage was on display.Sk: Bola to obrovská hlávka, väčšia než Marek kedy videl.En: It was a giant head, bigger than Marek had ever seen.Sk: Chcel ju lepšie preskúmať, a tak natiahol ruku.En: He wanted to examine it more closely, so he reached out his hand.Sk: Žiaľ, jeho ruka kĺzala hlboko medzi listy kapusty a – napodiv – zostala uviaznutá.En: Unfortunately, his hand slipped deep between the cabbage leaves and, surprisingly, got stuck.Sk: Marek začal panikáriť.En: Marek began to panic.Sk: Okoloidúci sa zastavovali, aby sa naňho s úsmevom pozreli.En: Passersby stopped to watch him with a smile.Sk: Zuzana, jeho najlepšia priateľka, ktorá vždy vedela ako na veci, sa ihneď prirútila.En: Zuzana, his best friend who always knew what to do, quickly rushed to him.Sk: Najskôr sa začala trocha smiať, ale keď videla Marekov rozradostený smer, rýchlo zasiahla.En: She started by laughing a bit, but when she saw Marek's anxious expression, she quickly intervened.Sk: “Neboj sa, Marek,” upokojovala ho Zuzana, “vymyslím niečo.En: "Don't worry, Marek," Zuzana reassured him, "I'll think of something."Sk: ”Zuzana si všimla, že v blízkom stánKu predávali maslo.En: Zuzana noticed that in a nearby stand, they were selling butter.Sk: Požičala si trochu a začala ho nanášať na Marekovu ruku.En: She borrowed a bit and started applying it to Marek's hand.Sk: “Buď trpezlivý,” hovorila.En: "Be patient," she said.Sk: Marek stál, rukou trčal z kapusty a dav sa zbiehal, aby videl tento vtipný moment, ktorý sa stal highlightom festivalu.En: Marek stood there, his hand sticking out of the cabbage, and a crowd gathered to see this funny moment, which became the highlight of the festival.Sk: Po pár minútach jemného kĺzania a troche nechcenej maslovej terapie, Marekova ruka sa konečne uvoľnila.En: After a few minutes of gentle sliding and some unintended buttery therapy, Marek's hand finally slipped free.Sk: Dav začal tlieskať, a Marek sa vďačne pozrel na Zuzanu.En: The crowd started clapping, and Marek gratefully looked at Zuzana.Sk: “Vďaka, Zuzana.En: "Thank you, Zuzana.Sk: Veľakrát som ťa podcenil,” povedal s úľavou.En: I've underestimated you many times," he said with relief.Sk: S úškrnom Zuzana odpovedala: “Pokoj, Marek.En: With a smirk, Zuzana replied, "No worries, Marek.Sk: Hlavne, že sme to zvládli.En: The important thing is we managed it.Sk: Ale nabudúce buď opatrný.En: But next time, be careful."Sk: ”Zvyšok festivalu si obaja užívali spolu, smiali sa a vtipkovali.En: The rest of the festival, the two of them enjoyed together, laughing and joking.Sk: Marek aj napriek všetkému, už plánoval svoju ďalšiu dobrodružstvo, no teraz už vedel, že niekedy je lepšie myslieť skôr, než niečo urobí.En: Despite everything, Marek was already planning his next adventure, but now he knew that sometimes it's better to think before acting.Sk: Ale jeho nadšenie pre život ho nikdy neopustí.En: Yet his enthusiasm for life would never leave him. Vocabulary Words:rooftops: strechyannual: každoročnýdecorated: ozdobenégathered: zhromaždiliplayfulness: hravosťouclumsiness: nemotornosťoucontest: súťažcompete: súťažiťdisplay: vystavenápanic: panikáriťintervened: zasiahlareassured: upokojovalaborrowed: požičalahighlight: highlightombuttery: maslovejtherapy: terapiegratefully: ...
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    15 mins
  • A Snowy Café Encounter: Love Blooms in Tatry's Winter Haven

    A Snowy Café Encounter: Love Blooms in Tatry's Winter Haven
    Feb 4 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: A Snowy Café Encounter: Love Blooms in Tatry's Winter Haven Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-04-08-38-20-sk Story Transcript:Sk: V malebnej krajine Tatry, uprostred zimy, ležala malá, útulná kaviareň.En: In the picturesque Tatry region, in the midst of winter, lay a small, cozy café.Sk: Vonku snežilo a snehová pokrývka sa rozprestierala vo všetkých smeroch.En: Outside, it was snowing, and the snow blanket stretched in all directions.Sk: Kaviareň bola osvetlená teplým svetlom a jej drevený interiér vytváral príjemnú atmosféru.En: The café was illuminated by warm lighting, and its wooden interior created a pleasant atmosphere.Sk: Vôňa čerstvo mletej kávy a domácich koláčikov napĺňala vzduch.En: The scent of freshly ground coffee and homemade pastries filled the air.Sk: Marek sedel pri veľkom okne, s očami upretými na padajúci sneh.En: Marek was sitting by a large window, his eyes fixed on the falling snow.Sk: Bol umelcom, ktorý hľadal inšpiráciu pre svoje ďalšie dielo.En: He was an artist seeking inspiration for his next work.Sk: Hoci okolitý svet bol krásny, Marek sa cítil osamelý a bojazlivý, po nedávnom zlomení srdca.En: Although the surrounding world was beautiful, Marek felt lonely and timid after his recent heartbreak.Sk: Potreboval nájsť nový smer, znovu sa otvoriť svetu.En: He needed to find a new direction and open himself up to the world again.Sk: Zrazu sa dvere kaviarne otvorili a dovnútra vstúpila Zuzana, ktorá si trela chladné ruky.En: Suddenly, the door of the café opened, and Zuzana walked in, rubbing her cold hands together.Sk: Cestovala z Bratislavy, túžila po zimných dobrodružstvách a nečakaných stretnutiach.En: She had traveled from Bratislava, yearning for winter adventures and unexpected encounters.Sk: Jej priateľka Anna zostala v penzióne, keďže mala iné plány.En: Her friend Anna stayed back at the guesthouse, as she had different plans.Sk: Zuzana sa rozhodla schovať pred snehovou víchricou a vstúpila do tejto malebnej kaviarne.En: Zuzana chose to take shelter from the snowstorm and stepped into this picturesque café.Sk: Keď Zuzana uvidela Mareka, znervóznená no zvedavá sa rozhodla prisadnúť.En: When Zuzana saw Marek, nervously but curiously, she decided to join him.Sk: Marek najprv váhal, no potom sa rozhodol.En: Marek hesitated at first, but then made up his mind.Sk: "Ahoj," povedal so slabým úsmevom, "aj ty sa skrývaš pred snehom?En: "Hello," he said with a faint smile, "are you hiding from the snow too?"Sk: " Zuzana sa usmiala a prikývla.En: Zuzana smiled and nodded.Sk: Rozhovor začal nenútene.En: Their conversation began effortlessly.Sk: Marek a Zuzana sa zdieľali svoje príbehy.En: Marek and Zuzana shared their stories.Sk: Marek spomenul, že je miestny umelec, zatiaľ čo Zuzana hovorila o svojich cestách.En: Marek mentioned that he was a local artist, while Zuzana talked about her travels.Sk: Postupne zistili, že medzi nimi vzniká zvláštne spojenie.En: Gradually, they discovered a special connection forming between them.Sk: Marek, hoci spočiatku neochotný, sa rozhodol byť odvážny a ukázal Zuzane malý náčrt, ktorý si práve kreslil.En: Marek, although initially reluctant, decided to be brave and showed Zuzana a small sketch he was drawing.Sk: Bolo to osobné, plné emócií.En: It was personal, filled with emotions.Sk: Zuzana mu na oplátku rozpovedala o svojej obľúbenej zimnej spomienke z detstva — o tom, ako sa s rodičmi hrala v snehu.En: In return, Zuzana shared her favorite winter memory from childhood—how she played in the snow with her parents.Sk: Tieto zdieľané momenty ich oboch prekvapili, lebo sa cítili k sebe bližšie, než čakali.En: These shared moments surprised them both, as they felt closer to each other than they had expected.Sk: Cez veľké okno videli, ako sneh naďalej padajú, no kaviareň sa teraz zdala byť čarovnou útočiskom.En: Through the large window, they watched the snow continue to fall, but the café now seemed like a magical refuge.Sk: Zuzana, hoci jej cesta mala čoskoro skončiť, si uvedomila, že chce stráviť viac času s Marekom.En: Zuzana, although her journey was meant to end soon, realized she wanted to spend more time with Marek.Sk: Rozhodla sa predĺžiť svoj pobyt a ponúkala Marekovi, že spolu preskúmajú miestne krásy Tatier.En: She decided to extend her stay and offered Marek to explore the local beauty of the Tatras together.Sk: Marekov svet sa zatiaľ začínal meniť.En: Marek's world was beginning to change.Sk: Vďaka Zuzane začal znovu veriť v silu nových vzťahov.En: Thanks to Zuzana, he started to believe again in the power of new relationships.Sk: Nebral ju len ako náhodnú cestujúcu, ale ako niekoho, s kým by mohol zdieľať svoju cestu.En: He didn't see her as just a random traveler, but as someone with ...
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    17 mins
  • Artful Connections: A Serendipitous Valentine's Day Encounter

    Artful Connections: A Serendipitous Valentine's Day Encounter
    Feb 3 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: Artful Connections: A Serendipitous Valentine's Day Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-03-23-34-02-sk Story Transcript:Sk: Marek sa prechádzal po tichej štvrti, sneh jemne padal na jeho kabát.En: Marek was walking through a quiet neighborhood, snow gently falling on his coat.Sk: Bolo Valentína, ale Marek nemal plán.En: It was Valentine's Day, but Marek had no plans.Sk: Vedel však o jednej otvorenej vernisáži, ktorá by mohla byť zaujímavá.En: However, he knew about an open exhibition that could be interesting.Sk: Marekovu pozornosť zaujala výstava miestneho umelca s menom Jozef, ktorý bol známy svojou farebnou abstraktnou tvorbou.En: Marek's attention was captured by an exhibition by a local artist named Jozef, who was known for his colorful abstract creations.Sk: Marek sa rozhodol ísť.En: Marek decided to go.Sk: Jeho srdce jemu nervóznejšie búchalo.En: His heart was beating nervously.Sk: Vnútri galérie bola atmosféra teplá a privítajúca.En: Inside the gallery, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.Sk: Steny zdobili Jozefove živé maľby, ktoré kontrastovali s bielymi stenami.En: The walls were adorned with Jozef's vibrant paintings, contrasting with the white walls.Sk: Hostia si popíjali víno a rozprávali sa o umení.En: Guests sipped wine and talked about art.Sk: Marek mal chuť sa pripojiť, ale jeho plachosť ho držala v rohu miestnosti.En: Marek felt like joining in, but his shyness held him in the corner of the room.Sk: Zrazu Marek zahliadol Annu.En: Suddenly, Marek spotted Anna.Sk: Stála medzi skupinou ľudí a zanietene rozprávala o Jozefových dielach.En: She stood among a group of people and spoke passionately about Jozef's works.Sk: Mala vášeň pre umenie, to bolo zrejmé.En: She had a passion for art, that was evident.Sk: Marek pocítil náznak odvahy.En: Marek felt a hint of courage.Sk: Pomaly sa priblížil k skupine, snažiac sa počuť, čo Anna hovorí.En: He slowly approached the group, trying to hear what Anna was saying.Sk: Anna sa usmiala, keď si ho všimla.En: Anna smiled when she noticed him.Sk: "Ahoj, som Anna.En: "Hi, I'm Anna.Sk: Čo si myslíš o tejto maľbe?En: What do you think of this painting?"Sk: " pýtala sa priamo.En: she asked directly.Sk: Marek sa zhlboka nadýchol.En: Marek took a deep breath.Sk: "Je fascinujúca," odpovedal.En: "It's fascinating," he replied.Sk: "Jozef má jedinečný spôsob zobrazenia spojenia.En: "Jozef has a unique way of depicting connection."Sk: "Anna prikývla, jej oči sa rozžiarili.En: Anna nodded, her eyes lit up.Sk: "Presne, jeho práca ma vždy núti premýšľať.En: "Exactly, his work always makes me think."Sk: "Keď sa ostatní v skupine začali rozchádzať, Marek a Anna zostali sami.En: As the others in the group began to disperse, Marek and Anna were left alone.Sk: Hovorili ďalej, bez prerušenia.En: They continued talking without interruption.Sk: Zdieľali svoje názory na umenie, rozprávali o obľúbených umelcoch a výstavách, ktoré by radi navštívili.En: They shared their opinions on art, discussed favorite artists, and exhibitions they would like to visit.Sk: Marek sa cítil uvoľnenejšie.En: Marek felt more relaxed.Sk: Jeho počiatočná plachosť sa rozplynula.En: His initial shyness had melted away.Sk: Anna ho očarila svojím otvoreným prístupom.En: Anna charmed him with her open approach.Sk: Nakoniec si vymenili kontakty a sľúbili si, že spolu navštívia ďalšie kultúrne podujatia.En: Eventually, they exchanged contacts and promised to attend more cultural events together.Sk: Marek odchádzal z galérie s novým pocitom sebavedomia.En: Marek left the gallery with a new sense of confidence.Sk: Uvedomil si, že jeho záľuby môžu byť cestou k spoznaniu nových ľudí.En: He realized that his hobbies could be a way to meet new people.Sk: A Valentine’s Day, ktorý začal bez plánu, skončil krásne.En: And Valentine’s Day, which began without a plan, ended beautifully.Sk: Anna mu ukázala, že nie je sám vo svojej láske k umeniu.En: Anna showed him that he was not alone in his love for art.Sk: Bolo to začiatok niečoho nového a Marek sa tešil, čo ho ešte čeká.En: It was the start of something new, and Marek looked forward to what awaited him. Vocabulary Words:quiet: tichejneighborhood: štvrtigentle: jemneplans: plánexhibition: vernisážicaptured: zaujalaabstract: abstraktnoucreations: tvorbounervously: nervóznejšiewelcoming: privítajúcaadorned: zdobilivibrant: živécontrast: kontrastovalishyness: plachosťspotted: zahliadolpassionately: zanieteneevident: zrejmécourage: odvahyapproached: priblížilfascinating: fascinujúcadepicting: zobrazeniadisperse: rozchádzaťopinion: názoryinterruption: prerušeniarelaxed: uvoľnenejšiemelted: rozplynulacharmed: očarilacontacts: kontaktyconfidence: sebavedomiaawaited: čeká
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    14 mins
  • From Doubt to Triumph: Marek's Artistic Awakening

    From Doubt to Triumph: Marek's Artistic Awakening
    Feb 3 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: From Doubt to Triumph: Marek's Artistic Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-03-08-38-20-sk Story Transcript:Sk: V Bratislave, v útulnej kaviarni na modernom predmestí, sa traja priatelia pripravovali na umeleckú výstavu, ktorá sa mala konať zajtra.En: In Bratislava, in a cozy cafe in the modern suburbs, three friends were preparing for an art exhibition that was to take place tomorrow.Sk: Vonku bola zima.En: Outside, it was winter.Sk: Vzduch bol chladný a obloha nad mestom bola sivá.En: The air was cold, and the sky over the city was gray.Sk: Vo vnútri však bolo teplo a pohodlne.En: Inside, however, it was warm and comfortable.Sk: Kaviareň osvetľovala mäkké svetlo, ktoré sa odrážalo od tmavých drevených stien.En: The cafe was illuminated by soft light reflecting off the dark wooden walls.Sk: Marek sedel pri stole, obklopený rôznymi farbami a štetcami.En: Marek sat at a table, surrounded by various colors and brushes.Sk: Bojoval so sebadôverou.En: He struggled with self-confidence.Sk: Túžil dokázať svoje umenie, no pochyboval o svojich schopnostiach.En: He longed to prove his art, but he doubted his abilities.Sk: Vedľa neho stála Jana, majiteľka kaviarne.En: Next to him stood Jana, the owner of the cafe.Sk: Hoci bola unavená z nekonečnej práce, žiarila optimizmom.En: Although she was tired from endless work, she radiated optimism.Sk: Verila, že výstava prinesie radosť a spojiť komunitu.En: She believed that the exhibition would bring joy and unite the community.Sk: „Marek, tvoje obrazy sú úžasné,“ povedala Jana, aby ho povzbudila.En: "Marek, your paintings are amazing," Jana said to encourage him.Sk: „Ľudia ich ocenia, ver mi.“En: "People will appreciate them, trust me."Sk: V rohu sedel Lukáš.En: In the corner sat Lukáš.Sk: Bol známy miestny umelecký kritik.En: He was a well-known local art critic.Sk: Zamyslene pozoroval Mareka pri práci.En: He thoughtfully watched Marek at work.Sk: Nebol si istý, či výstava bude úspech.En: He wasn't sure if the exhibition would be a success.Sk: Ale rozhodnutý pomôcť, pristúpil k Marekovi.En: But determined to help, he approached Marek.Sk: „Marek, môžeš mi ukázať svoje najnovšie dielo?“ spýtal sa Lukáš, snažiac sa skryť svoju skepse.En: "Marek, can you show me your latest work?" asked Lukáš, trying to hide his skepticism.Sk: Marek zaváhal, ale nakoniec súhlasil.En: Marek hesitated but eventually agreed.Sk: Bolo to ťažké, ale vedel, že potrebuje spätnú väzbu.En: It was tough, but he knew he needed feedback.Sk: „Lukas, co si o tom myslíš?“En: "Lukáš, what do you think of it?"Sk: Lukáš si dielo dôkladne prezrel.En: Lukáš examined the piece thoroughly.Sk: Napriek svojim počiatočným pochybnostiam sa nadýchol a povedal: „Marek, je tam niečo jedinečné.En: Despite his initial doubts, he took a breath and said, "Marek, there's something unique there.Sk: Myslím... vieš prekvapiť.“En: I think... you can surprise."Sk: Tento komentár povzbudil Mareka.En: This comment encouraged Marek.Sk: Marek a Lukáš začali spolu hovoriť.En: Marek and Lukáš started talking.Sk: Po dlhom rozhovore Marek pochopil, aký má talent.En: After a long conversation, Marek understood his talent.Sk: Bolo to pre neho emotívne.En: It was emotional for him.Sk: Cítil vnútorný pokoj a energiu dokončiť svoju prácu.En: He felt an inner peace and energy to complete his work.Sk: „Dobre, Marek,“ povedal Lukáš nakoniec.En: "Alright, Marek," Lukáš finally said.Sk: „Verím, že zajtra urobíš veľký dojem.“En: "I believe you'll make a great impression tomorrow."Sk: Na druhý deň sa kaviareň naplnila ľuďmi.En: The next day, the cafe filled with people.Sk: Oblasťou sa šírila vrava a smiech.En: The area buzzed with chatter and laughter.Sk: Marekove obrazy viseli na stenách a prilákali pozornosť všetkých prítomných.En: Marek's paintings hung on the walls and attracted the attention of everyone present.Sk: Aj Lukáš bol prekvapený z Marekovho úspechu.En: Even Lukáš was surprised by Marek's success.Sk: Marek sa pri pohľade na svoj úspešný večer usmial.En: Marek smiled, looking at his successful evening.Sk: Napokon našiel sebadôveru, po ktorej tak túžil.En: He finally found the self-confidence he so desired.Sk: Janina kaviareň bola plná života, znova spojila komunitu, zatiaľ čo Lukáš našiel nový rešpekt k mladej talentovanej generácii.En: Jana's cafe was full of life, once again uniting the community, while Lukáš found new respect for the young talented generation.Sk: Tak ešte len niekoľko zimných večerov a Marek sa stal známym menom medzi miestnymi umelcami.En: Just a few more winter evenings and Marek became a well-known name among local artists.Sk: Pri svojich ďalších dielach už viac nepochyboval o svojom talente.En: With his subsequent ...
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    16 mins
  • Cozy Mistakes: Milan's Delightful Culinary Adventure

    Cozy Mistakes: Milan's Delightful Culinary Adventure
    Feb 2 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: Cozy Mistakes: Milan's Delightful Culinary Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-02-23-34-02-sk Story Transcript:Sk: Zimná hladina pokojným oknom na internátnej kuchyni sa stíšila, kým vločky snehu vírili za sklom.En: The winter's surface of the calm window in the dormitory kitchen quieted as snowflakes swirled behind the glass.Sk: Milan nervózne prechádzal pohľadom po miniatúrnej kuchyni, snažiac sa ignorovať neporiadok piatkovej kuchárskej horúčky.En: Milan nervously glanced around the miniature kitchen, trying to ignore the mess left from Friday's cooking frenzy.Sk: Dnes mal konečne príležitosť zapôsobiť na Janu.En: Today, he finally had the chance to impress Jana.Sk: Svoje nadšenie sústredil na misku predo mnou.En: He focused his enthusiasm on the bowl in front of him.Sk: "Bryndzové halušky!En: "Bryndzové halušky!Sk: Ak to zvládnem, určite ju ohromím," pomyslel si Milan.En: If I can pull this off, I'll surely impress her," Milan thought to himself.Sk: Najprv jeho ruka siahla po zemiakoch.En: First, his hand reached for the potatoes.Sk: Učebnicový recept si však nevedel presne vybaviť.En: However, he couldn't quite recall the textbook recipe.Sk: Miesto bryndze, ktorá bola v kuchyni nedostupná, našiel smotanovo-sladký jogurt, a prichystané proso nerozhodol sa nahradiť priamo krupicou.En: Instead of bryndza, which was unavailable in the kitchen, he found creamy-sweet yogurt, and the prepared millet, he decided to directly replace with semolina.Sk: Nevedoma očakávaného experimentu neúnavne pokračoval.En: Unaware of the impending experiment, he continued tirelessly.Sk: Medzitým sa dverami kuchyne potichu priblížila Jana.En: Meanwhile, Jana quietly approached the kitchen door.Sk: Videla ako sa Milan starostlivo snaží.En: She saw how diligently Milan was trying.Sk: Vždy jej pripadalo, že jeho kuriózne nezvládnuté pokusy mali svoje čaro.En: She always thought that his curiously mishandled attempts had a charm of their own.Sk: "Počula som, že niekto miluje bryndzové halušky," usmiala sa.En: "I heard someone loves bryndzové halušky," she smiled.Sk: Milan ju oblial svojím úprimným úsmevom, zatiaľ čo si narazil na sporák veľký hrniec.En: Milan flashed her his genuine smile as he placed a large pot on the stove.Sk: Začal cestoviny, čo mali byť zemiakové tvarované halušky, premiestňovať do krabičky.En: He began transferring the pasta, which was supposed to be potato-shaped dumplings, into a container.Sk: Jogurt, ktorý namiesto bryndze kúpil, sa stal polosladkou omáčkou.En: The yogurt he bought instead of bryndza turned into a semi-sweet sauce.Sk: Výsledok bol pohukujúci, chvingala sa omrzliny v mrazivom vzduchu.En: The result was exclamatory, shivering with the frost in the chilly air.Sk: Nádoba s nádejou na jedlý vernakulárny pokrm sa pred nimi rozplývala.En: The container with hopes of an edible vernacular dish dissolved before them.Sk: Milan pozval Janu, aby ochutnala.En: Milan invited Jana to taste.Sk: "Tak čo?En: "So, what do you think?Sk: Myslíš, že sa mi podarilo, alebo som úplne vedľa?En: Did I succeed, or am I way off?"Sk: " V rukách mal lyžicu obsahujúcu jeho experimentálny majstrovský diel.En: He held a spoon containing his experimental masterpiece.Sk: Jana váhavolá na malý kúsoček a pustila sa do smiechu, než prehlásila, "Milan, toto je možno niečo nové!En: Jana hesitated for a small bite and started laughing before declaring, "Milan, this might be something new!Sk: Ale vieš čo?En: But you know what?Sk: Mohli by sme to zmeniť na sladký dezert.En: We could turn it into a sweet dessert."Sk: Vzala ovocie, ktoré sa podobalo na konáto riby, a premievala ho so štipkou prachu z koláčových korenín, a ich neplánovaná kulinárska eskapáda sa premenila na mierny úlet.En: She took fruit resembling gooseberries and mixed it with a hint of pie spice dust, and their unplanned culinary escapade turned into a slight adventure.Sk: "Milan," zvolala s úškrnom, "nezáleží, že pôvodne to malo byť niečo iné.En: "Milan," she called with a grin, "it doesn't matter that it was supposed to be something else originally.Sk: Hlávne, že je to zábavné a my sme spolu.En: The important thing is it's fun and we're together.Sk: To je skutočné umenie.En: That's true art."Sk: " Tak teplo, ako mali v kuchyni, sa začal šíriť medzi nimi.En: As warmly as they were in the kitchen, warmth began to spread between them.Sk: Milan s úsmevom pochopil, že tvorba jedla má cenu v zážitku, nie len v cieľovom výsledku.En: Milan smiled understanding that the creation of food holds value in the experience, not just the final outcome.Sk: Nasledujúce vločky vonkajšieho snehu nezastavili ich smiech, rezonujúce kuchyňou starého internátu.En: The subsequent snowflakes outside did not stop their laughter, ...
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  • Rekindling Bonds: A Family's Journey in the Tatra Winter

    Rekindling Bonds: A Family's Journey in the Tatra Winter
    Feb 2 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: Rekindling Bonds: A Family's Journey in the Tatra Winter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-02-08-38-20-sk Story Transcript:Sk: V Tatrách, pod jemným pokrývkou snehu, kráčali traja súrodenci – Marek, Jana a Lucia.En: In the Tatry Mountains, under a gentle blanket of snow, three siblings walked - Marek, Jana, and Lucia.Sk: Tatranské hory sa leskli pod zimným slnkom, vysoké vrchy sa týčili nad okolím ako strážcovia času.En: The Tatra peaks glistened under the winter sun, the tall mountains looming over the surroundings like guardians of time.Sk: Vzduch bol čerstvý a chladný, naplnený vôňou borovicových stromov.En: The air was fresh and cold, filled with the scent of pine trees.Sk: Marek, najstarší z trojice, kráčal vpredu.En: Marek, the oldest of the trio, walked in front.Sk: Bol odvážny, ale v srdci cítil určitú prázdnotu.En: He was brave, but in his heart, he felt a certain emptiness.Sk: Už dlho sa necítil blízko svojich sestier.En: He hadn't felt close to his sisters in a long time.Sk: Jana, stredná sestra, niesla mapu.En: Jana, the middle sister, carried a map.Sk: Bola vždy organizovaná a starala sa o to, aby rodinné tradície nezanikli.En: She was always organized and ensured that family traditions were preserved.Sk: Lucia, najmladšia, bola plná energie.En: Lucia, the youngest, was full of energy.Sk: Túžila dokázať, že sa vyrovná svojím starším súrodencom.En: She longed to prove that she could match her older siblings.Sk: Tohtoročný zimný výlet mal byť osobitý.En: This year's winter trip was meant to be special.Sk: Každý si predstavoval, ako stráviť čas inak.En: Everyone imagined spending their time differently.Sk: Marek dúfal, že sa zblížia.En: Marek hoped they would grow closer.Sk: "Ideme na nové miesto!En: "We're going to a new place!Sk: Skúsime odbočiť na vedľajšiu cestu," oznámil Marek, keď sa blížili k rázcestiu.En: Let's try taking the side road," announced Marek as they approached a crossroads.Sk: Jana vzdychla.En: Jana sighed.Sk: Neplánovali to.En: They hadn't planned this.Sk: Lucia však bola nadšená.En: However, Lucia was enthusiastic.Sk: "Idem s tebou, Marek!En: "I'm going with you, Marek!"Sk: " zahlásila odvážne.En: she declared boldly.Sk: Očividné napätie medzi súrodencami narastalo.En: The obvious tension among the siblings was growing.Sk: Marek to cítil.En: Marek felt it.Sk: Chcel obnoviť staré putá, priateľské rozhovory a smiech.En: He wanted to renew old bonds, friendly conversations, and laughter.Sk: No, ako už kráčali hlbšie do lesa, nečakaná snehová búrka zamietla ich cesty.En: But as they walked deeper into the forest, an unexpected snowstorm altered their paths.Sk: Sneženie bolo husté, vietor silný.En: The snowfall was dense, the wind strong.Sk: "Musíme nájsť úkryt!En: "We have to find shelter!"Sk: " zvolal Marek.En: Marek shouted.Sk: Vzájomne si pomáhali.En: They helped each other.Sk: Jana zanalyzovala mapu a navrhla cestu k starému poľovníckemu prístrešku.En: Jana analyzed the map and suggested a route to an old hunting shelter.Sk: Lucia pomohla niesť batožinu, Marek sledoval prírodu, aby nenašli zlomené konáre a diery.En: Lucia helped carry the luggage, Marek watched the nature to avoid broken branches and holes.Sk: Konečne sa dostali k prístrešku.En: Finally, they reached the shelter.Sk: Unavení, no v bezpečí.En: Tired, but safe.Sk: Spoločne si zakúrili v malom krbe a sedeli blízko pri sebe.En: Together they lit a small fire and sat close to one another.Sk: Teplo ohňa uvoľnilo atmosféru.En: The warmth of the fire eased the atmosphere.Sk: Spomínali na staré výlety, na smiechy a zážitky.En: They reminisced about old trips, laughter, and experiences.Sk: V tom momente každý z nich pochopil.En: In that moment, each of them understood.Sk: Rodina je cenná, bez ohľadu na rozdiely.En: Family is precious, regardless of differences.Sk: Spojení zážitkom snehovej búrky sa znova našli.En: United by the experience of the snowstorm, they found each other again.Sk: Pocítili vďačnosť za jeden druhého.En: They felt gratitude for one another.Sk: Keď sa pokojne vrátili do doliny, v ich srdciach bolo niečo nové.En: As they calmly returned to the valley, something new resided in their hearts.Sk: Našli silnejšie puto a rozhodli sa, že tento výlet bude len začiatkom novej tradície.En: They discovered a stronger bond and decided that this trip would only be the beginning of a new tradition.Sk: Marek našiel úlohu vodcu, ktorý spojil rodinu.En: Marek found a role as a leader who united the family.Sk: Ich srdcia teraz bili ako jedno, pripravené na ďalšie dobrodružstvá.En: Their hearts now beat as one, ready for further adventures.Sk: Tatranské zimy stále lákali s prekrásnymi vrchmi, ale vzácnejšia bola láska a spojenie medzi súrodencami, ...
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  • Love Brews in the Heart of Bratislava's Snowy Alleys

    Love Brews in the Heart of Bratislava's Snowy Alleys
    Feb 1 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: Love Brews in the Heart of Bratislava's Snowy Alleys Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-01-23-34-02-sk Story Transcript:Sk: Bratislavské Staré Mesto bolo v zimnom večere ako z rozprávky.En: Bratislavské Staré Mesto was like a fairytale on the winter evening.Sk: V uličkách sa blyšťal sneh a stretávali sa tu ľudia hľadajúci teplo a spoločnosť.En: Snow sparkled in the alleys, and people met there in search of warmth and company.Sk: Na jednej z týchto uličiek sa nachádzala kaviareň, kde pracovali Marek a Zuzana.En: In one of these alleys, there was a café where Marek and Zuzana worked.Sk: Kaviareň mala veľké okná, z ktorých sa dalo sledovať ruch na ulici.En: The café had large windows from which one could watch the hustle and bustle of the street.Sk: Marek bol barista.En: Marek was a barista.Sk: Bol zamyslený a trochu plachý. Každý deň pripravoval kávu, no v hlave mu stále vrtalo, ako by sa priblížil k Zuzane, jej veselá povaha ho okúzlila.En: Thoughtful and somewhat shy, he prepared coffee every day while pondering how he could get closer to Zuzana, whose cheerful nature enchanted him.Sk: Boli len kolegami, ale Marek cítil, že Zuzana je pre neho výnimočná.En: They were just colleagues, but Marek felt that Zuzana was special to him.Sk: Zuzana bola čašníčkou.En: Zuzana was a waitress.Sk: Každý deň vítala hostí s úsmevom a snívala o tom, že sa jedného dňa stane cukrárkou.En: Every day, she greeted guests with a smile and dreamed of becoming a confectioner one day.Sk: Jej život bol plný pohybu a energie, a napriek tomu si vždy našla čas, aby si s Marekom dobre porozprávala.En: Her life was full of movement and energy, yet she always found time to have a good conversation with Marek.Sk: V skutočnosti aj ona k nemu prechovávala skryté city.En: In fact, she also harbored hidden feelings for him.Sk: Valentín.En: Valentine's Day.Sk: Deň pre zamilovaných.En: A day for lovers.Sk: Kaviareň bola plná ľudí, ktorí si užívali svoje romantické stretnutia.En: The café was full of people enjoying their romantic meetings.Sk: Marek sa rozhodol, že dnes je ten správny deň priznať Zuzane svoje city.En: Marek decided that today was the right day to confess his feelings to Zuzana.Sk: Vyrobil pre ňu čokoládový darček.En: He made a chocolate gift for her.Sk: Celý deň hľadal ten správny okamih, ale kaviareň bola príliš rušná.En: All day, he searched for the right moment, but the café was too busy.Sk: Keď konečne nastala záverečná hodina, Marek sa rozhodol nestratiť odvahu.En: When the closing hour finally came, Marek decided not to lose his courage.Sk: Hostia pomaly odišli a v kaviarni vládla pokojná atmosféra.En: Guests slowly left, and a peaceful atmosphere took over the café.Sk: Jemné svetlá v oknách vytvárali príjemnú náladu.En: Gentle lights in the windows created a pleasant mood.Sk: Marek našiel Zuzanu, keď upratovala posledné stoly.En: Marek found Zuzana as she was tidying up the last tables.Sk: „Zuzana,“ povedal miernym hlasom.En: "Zuzana," he said in a gentle voice.Sk: „Mám pre teba niečo k Valentínovi.“En: "I have something for you for Valentine's Day."Sk: Zuzana sa zastavila a dívala sa na Mareka s prekvapením.En: Zuzana stopped and looked at Marek in surprise.Sk: Marek jej podal krásne zabalenú čokoládu.En: Marek handed her a beautifully wrapped chocolate.Sk: „Chcel som ti povedať, že si pre mňa veľmi dôležitá.En: "I wanted to tell you that you are very important to me.Sk: Ľúbim ťa,“ priznal srdcom nadobudnutou odvahou.En: I love you," he confessed with courage born from the heart.Sk: Zuzana sa usmiala.En: Zuzana smiled.Sk: „Marek, je to tá najmilšia vec, akú som zažila,“ povedala nežne.En: "Marek, that's the sweetest thing I've experienced," she said tenderly.Sk: „Aj ja k tebe cítim to isté.En: "I feel the same way about you.Sk: Mohli by sme ísť po práci na večeru?“En: Could we go out for dinner after work?"Sk: S úsmevom a úľavou Marek súhlasil.En: With a smile and relief, Marek agreed.Sk: Títo dvaja mladí ľudia zistili, že si sú navzájom bližší, než si mysleli.En: These two young people discovered they were closer to each other than they had thought.Sk: Marek našiel odvahu otvoriť sa svojim pocitom a Zuzana sa rozhodla vyvážiť svoje sny s osobným životom.En: Marek found the courage to open up about his feelings, and Zuzana decided to balance her dreams with her personal life.Sk: V tú noc bola Bratislava ešte krajšia, pretože sa zrodila nová láska.En: That night, Bratislava was even more beautiful because a new love was born. Vocabulary Words:fairytale: rozprávkysparkled: blyšťalalleys: uličkáchhustle and bustle: ruchbarista: baristapondering: vrtaloenchanted: okúzlilacheerful: veselácolleagues: kolegamiwaitress: ...
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  • From Market Stalls to Dinner: Zuzana's Slovak Culinary Journey

    From Market Stalls to Dinner: Zuzana's Slovak Culinary Journey
    Feb 1 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Slovak: From Market Stalls to Dinner: Zuzana's Slovak Culinary Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sk/episode/2026-02-01-08-38-20-sk Story Transcript:Sk: Zimné ráno v Bratislave bolo chladné, ale vzrušujúce.En: A winter morning in Bratislava was cold, but exciting.Sk: Staré trhovisko ožilo so starou známou energiou.En: The old marketplace came alive with its familiar energy.Sk: Stánky boli plné farebných výrobkov, aj keď zima obmedzila ich počet.En: The stalls were full of colorful products, even though winter had limited their numbers.Sk: Zuzana kráčala cez trhovisko s cieľom kúpiť čerstvé prísady na tradičnú slovenskú večeru.En: Zuzana walked through the market with the aim of buying fresh ingredients for a traditional Slovak dinner.Sk: Jej cieľ bol jasný: pripraviť večeru, ktorá by očarila jej svokrovcov.En: Her goal was clear: to prepare a dinner that would impress her in-laws.Sk: Zuzana vedela, že bude výzvou nájsť všetky potrebné suroviny počas tejto sezóny.En: Zuzana knew it would be a challenge to find all the necessary ingredients during this season.Sk: Ale jej zrak bol pevne upretý na túžbu uchovať slovenskú pohostinnosť a tradície.En: But her gaze was firmly set on the desire to preserve Slovak hospitality and traditions.Sk: Jej zoznam bol dôkladne pripravený: kyslá kapusta, makovice, údené klobásy.En: Her list was carefully prepared: sauerkraut, poppy seeds, smoked sausages.Sk: Ale mala obavy, že niektoré z kľúčových prísad budú nedostupné.En: But she was worried that some of the key ingredients would be unavailable.Sk: Na trhovisku vládla vrava.En: The market was bustling with chatter.Sk: Predavači vykrikovali, ponúkali svoj tovar s úprimným nadšením.En: Vendors were shouting, offering their goods with genuine enthusiasm.Sk: "Čerstvé syry!En: "Fresh cheeses!Sk: Len dnes, len teraz!En: Only today, only now!"Sk: " "Domáce bravčové mäso, neváhajte!En: "Homemade pork, don't hesitate!"Sk: " Zuzana sa usmievala a prikyvovala, ako sa prelínala medzi davmi.En: Zuzana smiled and nodded as she wove through the crowds.Sk: Zrazu zazrela Mareka, predajcu z neďalekej dediny, kde sa modlila, že by mohla nájsť, čo potrebuje.En: Suddenly, she spotted Marek, a vendor from a nearby village, where she prayed she might find what she needed.Sk: "Ahoj, Zuzana!En: "Hello, Zuzana!"Sk: " pozdravil ju srdečne.En: he greeted her warmly.Sk: "Čo hľadáš?En: "What are you looking for?"Sk: ""Potrebujem zopár vecí na starú dobrú kapustnicu.En: "I need a few things for good old 'kapustnica'.Sk: Alebo možno niečo nové.En: Or maybe something new.Sk: Čo máš?En: What do you have?"Sk: "Marek sa zamyslel.En: Marek thought for a moment.Sk: "Hmm, z minulého týždňa som dostal čerstvú kapustu a niečo z domácich zásob.En: "Hmm, I got fresh cabbage from last week and a few things from my homemade stock.Sk: Možno by sa ti hodilo trochu improvizovať.En: Maybe you could use a little improvisation.Sk: Skúsim ti nájsť, čo potrebujem.En: I'll try to find what I need for you."Sk: "Zuzana chvíľu premýšľala.En: Zuzana thought for a moment.Sk: Upraviť recept?En: Modify the recipe?Sk: Vedela, že autenticita je dôležitá, ale učenie sa prispôsobiť bolo tiež hodnotou, ktorú začala oceniť.En: She knew authenticity was important, but learning to adapt was also a value she had begun to appreciate.Sk: Marek sa vrátil s košíkom plným čerstvo naloženej kapusty a s vedomím, že má niečo viac.En: Marek returned with a basket full of freshly packed cabbage and knowing he had something more.Sk: "Mám tu aj trochu domácej klobásy.En: "I also have some homemade sausage here.Sk: Skôr si mi spomínala, že tvoj švagor má rád pikantné.En: You mentioned before that your brother-in-law likes it spicy."Sk: "Zuzana sa usmiala.En: Zuzana smiled.Sk: "Máš pravdu.En: "You're right.Sk: Myslím, že moja kapustnica môže byť dnes večer trochu iná.En: I think my 'kapustnica' might be a bit different tonight.Sk: Ale stále slovenská.En: But still Slovak."Sk: "Tento kúsok odvahy Zuzane priniesol nový pocit spokojnosti.En: This bit of courage brought Zuzana a new sense of satisfaction.Sk: Niekedy sa tradície môžu prispôsobiť, a predsa zostať verné.En: Sometimes, traditions can adapt and yet remain true.Sk: Keď slnko pomaly zapadalo a večera bola pripravená, jej svokrovci sa usmievali a pochvaľovali si Zuzaninu kuchyňu.En: As the sun slowly set and dinner was prepared, her in-laws smiled and praised Zuzana's cooking.Sk: Slovenská pohostinnosť, plná chutí a príbehov z trhoviska, naplnila ich večer.En: Slovak hospitality, full of flavors and stories from the marketplace, filled their evening.Sk: Zuzana sa toho dňa naučila, že konanie srdcom znamená vedieť byť flexibilný.En: That day, Zuzana learned that acting from the heart means knowing...
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