Obrázek epizody 354 Why Do Czechs Keep Fish Scales in Their Wallets?

354 Why Do Czechs Keep Fish Scales in Their Wallets?

Obrázek epizody 354 Why Do Czechs Keep Fish Scales in Their Wallets?

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Why do Czechs put fish scales in their wallets? And why might seeing an orange tram in Prague be a sign of good luck?

In this episode of the slowczech Podcast, Monča takes you into the world of Czech superstitions. Discover the curious beliefs that connect everyday life with luck, money, and bad luck — and learn what these traditions reveal about Czech culture.

What you'll learn:

  • Useful Czech vocabulary related to luck and bad luck
  • Why breaking a mirror means seven years of bad luck
  • What Czechs mean when they knock on wood
  • Why people keep carp scales in their wallets at Christmas
  • What makes Prague's orange maintenance tram so special

Learning Czech isn't just about grammar and vocabulary. It's also about discovering the traditions, beliefs, and little cultural details that help you understand the people around you.

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