Translation of Czech word "povodeň" to English
povodeň
/povɔdɛɲ/
Meaning
NounAn overflow of a large amount of water (usually disastrous) from a lake or other body of water due to excessive rainfall or other input of water.
How to use
The word povodeň is often used in the context of natural disasters, such as 'povodeň zničil vesnici' (flood destroyed a village).
🇬🇧 English
flood
Example
Jarní povodeň bohužel zničila mnoho domů v naší vesnici.
The spring flood unfortunately destroyed many houses in our village.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Czech word "povodeň" mean?▼
The Czech word "povodeň" means "flood" in English.
How do you pronounce the Czech word "povodeň"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "povodeň"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Včera si vybrala novou povodeň." (which translates as "The spring flood unfortunately destroyed many houses in our village.").
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