Translation of Slovak word "tu" to English
tu
/tu/
Meaning
AdverbIn, on, or at this place (a place perceived to be close to the speaker); compare there.
How to use
Locative spatial adverb meaning 'here' (at this place). It is strictly stationary, contrasting with the directional pronoun/adverb 'sem' (to here / hither). Common in existential and introductory clauses like 'tu je...' (here is...).
🇬🇧 English
here
Example sentence
Tu nesmiete parkovať, je to vyhradené miesto.
You are not allowed to park here, it is a reserved space.
Sme tu, konečne si môžeme vybaliť veci.
We are here, we can finally unpack our things.
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Common phrases
- tu a teraz— here and now
- bývať tu— live here
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Slovak word "tu" mean?▼
The Slovak word "tu" means "here" in English.
How do you pronounce the Slovak word "tu"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Tu nesmiete parkovať, je to vyhradené miesto." (which translates as "You are not allowed to park here, it is a reserved space.").
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