Translation of Czech word "tak" to English
tak
/tak/
Meaning
AdverbSo, thus, in that way; used as an intensifier before an adjective or adverb.
How to use
Adverb of manner or intensifier. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
so / thus
Example
Jsem tak unavený, že bych hned usnul.
I am so tired that I'd fall asleep right away.
Proč jsi dnes tak smutný?
Why are you so sad today?
Your personal vocabulary
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- tak moc— so much
- Proč jsi dnes tak smutný?— Why are you so sad today?
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What does the Czech word "tak" mean?▼
The Czech word "tak" means "so / thus" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Jsem tak unavený, že bych hned usnul." (which translates as "I am so tired that I'd fall asleep right away.").
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