Translation of Slovak word "príčina" to English
príčina
/priːt͡ʃina/
Meaning
NounThe source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
How to use
Feminine noun declined according to the 'žena' pattern (príčina, príčiny, príčine, príčinu; genitive plural 'príčin'). Denotes the origin, reason, or causal factor of an event. Frequently used in philosophical, scientific, and legal contexts (e.g. 'príčina a následok' - cause and effect).
🇬🇧 English
cause
Example sentence
Skutočná príčina požiaru sa stále vyšetruje.
The real cause of the fire is still being investigated.
Stres je často hlavnou príčinou mnohých vážnych chorôb.
Stress is often the main cause of many serious diseases.
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- príčina a následok— cause and effect
- hlavná príčina— primary reason / root cause
- príčina smrti— cause of death
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What does the Slovak word "príčina" mean?▼
The Slovak word "príčina" means "cause" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Skutočná príčina požiaru sa stále vyšetruje." (which translates as "The real cause of the fire is still being investigated.").
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