Czech · Body & Health
ruka
hand; arm
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
The upper limb, covering both hand and arm in everyday speech.
Example
Zvedni ruku, když znáš odpověď.
Raise your hand if you know the answer.
Etymology
'Ruka' comes from the Proto-Slavic '*ruka', meaning 'hand; arm', shared across multiple Slavic languages, showcasing its linguistic roots.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ruka' is used in both informal and formal registers and is common in everyday conversation as well as in written text.