Můžeme platit zvlášť?

When to use

This is essential when dining in a group and you wish to avoid the complexity of splitting the bill later. It's best to ask early.

How it works

This phrase uses a modal verb, an infinitive, and an adverb.

• Můžeme: The first-person plural form of the imperfective verb 'moci' (to be able to, can). It means 'Can we'.
• platit: The imperfective infinitive verb 'to pay'.
• zvlášť: An adverb meaning 'separately'.

Verb Aspect

'Platit' is an imperfective verb, meaning it describes the action of paying in general or as an ongoing process. The perfective counterpart would be 'zaplatit', implying the completion of payment.

Notes

Use this phrase when dining with others and you want to pay for your own portion separately.