Translation of Slovak word "rukáv" to English
rukáv
/rukaːv/
How to use
Inanimate masculine noun following the 'dub' pattern (genitive singular rukáva, locative singular rukáve, nominative plural rukávy, genitive plural rukávov). Refers to the sleeve of a garment. Appears in common idioms like 'vyhrnúť si rukávy' (to roll up one's sleeves) or 'sypať z rukáva' (to reel off effortlessly).
🇬🇧 English
sleeve
Example sentence
Tento rukáv je dôležité mať bezpečne prišitý.
It's important to have this sleeve securely sewn on.
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- vyhrnúť si rukávy— to roll up one's sleeves (get to work)
- krátky rukáv— short sleeve
- sypať odpovede z rukáva— to reel off answers effortlessly / off the cuff
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What does the Slovak word "rukáv" mean?▼
The Slovak word "rukáv" means "sleeve" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Tento rukáv je dôležité mať bezpečne prišitý." (which translates as "It's important to have this sleeve securely sewn on.").
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