Mluvíte anglicky?

When to use

This is the standard and polite way to ask if someone speaks English. It's best used before launching into English, especially when addressing someone you suspect might not speak it.

Register and Formality

The '-te' ending on 'Mluvíte' makes this a polite question using the 'vy' form, suitable for addressing strangers or anyone you wish to show respect to.

Grammar Structure

'Mluvíte' is the second-person plural/formal singular present tense of the imperfective verb 'mluvit' (to speak). 'Anglicky' is the adverb meaning 'English' (as in, in the English language).

• Mluvíte: Do you speak (formal)
• anglicky: English (language)

Notes

Use 'Mluvíte anglicky?' to politely inquire if someone speaks English.