Czech · Adjectives

dobrý

good

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of high quality or pleasant.

Example

To je opravdu dobrý film.

This is a really good film.

Etymology

'Dobrý' derives from the Proto-Slavic '*dobrъ,' which meant 'good' or 'kind.' It has maintained this meaning throughout its development in the Slavic languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'Dobrý' is widely used in everyday conversation, formal writing, and is considered a versatile adjective in both spoken and written forms. It is applicable across various contexts, such as praise, evaluation, or moral quality.

Literary Heritage

Frequent in Czech literature and common phrases, such as 'dobrá práce' (good work).

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