Translation of Slovak word "takto" to English
takto
/takto/
Meaning
AdverbIn this way; like this — referring to a specific manner just shown or described.
How to use
The demonstrative adverb of manner 'takto' explicitly indicates 'in this manner / like this' with direct proximity or demonstration. It differs from general 'tak' by having a concrete deictic reference to something right here or just mentioned.
🇬🇧 English
so
Example sentence
Nemôžeš sa takto správať voči svojim kolegom!
You can't behave so towards your colleagues.
Keď to urobíš takto, pôjde to oveľa rýchlejšie.
If you do it so, it will be much faster.
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Common phrases
- takto to funguje— this is how it works
- takto nejako— something like this
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Slovak word "takto" mean?▼
The Slovak word "takto" means "so" in English.
How do you pronounce the Slovak word "takto"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "takto"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Nemôžeš sa takto správať voči svojim kolegom!" (which translates as "You can't behave so towards your colleagues.").
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