Czech · Travel & Places
dům
house / building
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A building used as a residence.
Example
Náš dům je na konci ulice.
Our house is at the end of the street.
Etymology
'Dům' comes from the Proto-Slavic *domъ, which referred to a dwelling or residence. It has cognates in other Slavic languages that also mean 'house' or 'home'.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dům' is commonly used in everyday language, in both spoken and written forms, suitable for both formal and informal registers. It is universally understood across Czech-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
Notable appearances in poetry by Czech authors like Karel Čapek.