Czech · Adjectives
dlouhý
long
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of great length or duration.
Example
Byla to dlouhá cesta.
It was a long journey.
Etymology
'Dlouhý' comes from Proto-Slavic '*dłŭgъ', meaning 'long.' This term has historically described length in tangible and abstract dimensions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dlouhý' is used in everyday conversation and in formal writing, suitable across various registers. It is applicable in both spatial and temporal contexts.