Translation of Slovak word "nastaviť" to English
nastaviť
/nastavit͡s/
Meaning
VerbTo adjust (a device, system, or value) to a desired state or configuration; to set.
How to use
Perfective verb (imperfective: nastavovať). Governs an accusative direct object (nastaviť budík, nastaviť parametre). Has two main senses: 1) To adjust / configure a device or system. 2) To hold out / extend physically (nastaviť ruku / nastaviť tvár slnku).
🇬🇧 English
set
Example sentence
Nastavila budík.
She set the alarm clock.
Nastav časovač na desať minút.
Please set the timer for 10 minutes.
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Common phrases
- nastaviť budík— to set an alarm clock
- nastaviť parametre— to set parameters / configure options
- nastaviť zrkadlo— to hold up a mirror (figuratively)
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What does the Slovak word "nastaviť" mean?▼
The Slovak word "nastaviť" means "set" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Nastavila budík." (which translates as "She set the alarm clock.").
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