Translation of Czech word "obstát" to English
obstát
/obstaːt/
Meaning
VerbTo hold up under scrutiny or pressure; to pass a test, succeed, or prove adequate.
How to use
Perfective verb: obstojím, obstojíš. Means 'to stand the test, hold up'. Imperfective: obstávat (rare).
🇬🇧 English
to hold up / pass muster / succeed
Example
Obstál u zkoušky na první pokus.
He passed the exam on the first try.
Náš tým obstál i v silné konkurenci.
Our team held its own even against strong competition.
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Common phrases
- obstát ve zkoušce— pass the test/exam
- Náš tým obstál i v silné konkurenci.— Our team held its own even against strong competition.
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The Czech word "obstát" means "to hold up / pass muster / succeed" in English.
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