r and ř

Czech r is rolled. ř is a separate Czech sound; start by approximating it as r + ž, then make it smoother.

Practice targets

Keep r active and rolled. For ř, an approximate r + ž is a useful first step before you refine the sound.

Clue / sound

Written form

ráno

Note

Roll the r at the front of the word.

Clue / sound

Written form

dobrý

Note

Practice a short rolled r inside the word.

Clue / sound

Written form

řeka

Note

Start with r + ž if needed.

Clue / sound

ř between vowels

Written form

moře

Note

ř is often easier to practice between vowels.

Clue / sound

ř in a cluster

Written form

tři

Note

Clusters with ř are harder; keep them slow at first.

Clue / sound	Written form	Note
r	ráno	Roll the r at the front of the word.
r	dobrý	Practice a short rolled r inside the word.
ř	řeka	Start with r + ž if needed.
ř between vowels	moře	ř is often easier to practice between vowels.
ř in a cluster	tři	Clusters with ř are harder; keep them slow at first.