Czech · Emotions & Feelings
vystrašený
scared
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling fear.
Example
Dítě bylo vystrašené bouřkou.
The child was scared of the storm.
Etymology
The word 'vystrašený' is derived from the verb 'vystrašit', which means 'to frighten' or 'to scare'. Its roots can be traced to the Proto-Slavic term '*strahъ', associated with fear.
How & Where It’s Used
'Vystrašený' is used in both spoken and written Czech in various contexts, often in informal speech. It is widely understood across all regional variations, including both urban and rural settings.