Translation of Slovak word "v" to English
v
/v/
Meaning
PrepositionUsed to indicate location, inclusion, or position within spatial, temporal or abstract limits. Contained by; inside.
How to use
Primary spatial and temporal preposition (vocalized to 'vo' before words starting with v, f, or complex clusters: vo vnútri, vo vlaku). Governs the locative case for static location ('v meste' - in the city) and the accusative case for directional motion or temporal time ('v nedeľu' - on Sunday; 'vstúpiť v platnosť' - enter into force).
🇬🇧 English
in
Example sentence
Kniha je v škatuli.
The book is in the box.
Som v triede.
I'm in the classroom.
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- v meste— in the city / in town
- v skutočnosti— in reality, in fact, actually
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Slovak word "v" mean?▼
The Slovak word "v" means "in" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Kniha je v škatuli." (which translates as "The book is in the box.").
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