Translation of Czech word "šéf" to English
šéf
/ʃɛf/
Meaning
NounOne who is in charge or something. One who oversees and directs the work of others; a supervisor.
How to use
The noun 'šéf' refers to a person in charge or a supervisor, often used in formal or professional contexts. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
boss
Example
Šéf svolal poradu na desátou hodinu.
The boss called a meeting for ten o'clock.
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- přímý šéf— direct boss / supervisor
- Šéf svolal poradu na desátou hodinu.— The boss called a meeting for ten o'clock.
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What does the Czech word "šéf" mean?▼
The Czech word "šéf" means "boss" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Šéf svolal poradu na desátou hodinu." (which translates as "The boss called a meeting for ten o'clock.").
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