Czech · Travel & Places
pokoj
room / peace
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A section of a building enclosed by walls; also peace or calm.
Example
Náš hotelový pokoj má výhled na řeku.
Our hotel room has a view of the river.
Etymology
The word 'pokoj' derives from the Old Czech 'pokoj', which originally meant 'peace' or 'settling'. Over time, its meaning expanded to include 'room', reflecting the idea of a peaceful space.
How & Where It’s Used
'Pokoj' is used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in spoken language when referring to a physical room or an abstract sense of peace. There are no significant regional variations.