Czech · Question Words

který

which

Beginnerpronoun

Definition

Used to ask about a choice between options.

Example

Který autobus jede do centra?

Which bus goes to the centre?

Etymology

'Který' comes from the Proto-Slavic '*kterъ', meaning 'which'. It has remained a crucial and highly functional pronoun throughout Czech linguistic history.

How & Where It’s Used

'Který' is used in both informal and formal contexts, enabling precise inquiries in both spoken and written Czech, with no significant regional differences.

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