Translation of Czech word "u" to English
u
/u/
Meaning
PrepositionIn, near, or in the general vicinity of (a particular place).
How to use
Preposition always followed by genitive case. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
at
Example
Jsem v parku.
I'm at the park.
Sraz je v 17 hodin.
The meeting is at 5pm.
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Common phrases
- u stolu— at the table
- Jsem v parku.— I'm at the park.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Czech word "u" mean?▼
The Czech word "u" means "at" in English.
How do you pronounce the Czech word "u"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Jsem v parku." (which translates as "I'm at the park.").
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