Czech · Common Verbs

jíst

to eat

Beginnerverb

Definition

To put food in your mouth and swallow it.

Example

Co chceš jíst k večeři?

What do you want to eat for dinner?

Etymology

'Jíst' is derived from the Proto-Slavic '*jesti', meaning to eat. Its usage has remained consistent over time, reflecting the basic human activity of consuming food.

How & Where It’s Used

'Jíst' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, appearing frequently in daily conversation and written instructions, recipes, etc.

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