Translation of Czech word "věc" to English
věc
/vɛt͡s/
Meaning
NounThat which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.
How to use
Very broad term for an object, issue, or matter. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
thing
Example
Potřebuji něco.
I need a thing.
Tato věc je rozbitá.
This thing is broken.
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Common phrases
- divná věc— strange thing
- Potřebuji něco.— I need a thing.
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What does the Czech word "věc" mean?▼
The Czech word "věc" means "thing" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Potřebuji něco." (which translates as "I need a thing.").
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