Czech · Nature & Environment
zvíře
animal
Beginnernoun · n
Definition
A living creature such as a dog, bird, or fish.
Example
Jaké je tvoje oblíbené zvíře?
What is your favourite animal?
Etymology
'Zvíře' stems from the Proto-Slavic '*zvěrь', meaning 'animal', which connects to similar words across Slavic languages, illustrating a shared linguistic heritage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Zvíře' is typically used in both spoken and written contexts, often in educational or ecological discussions, and carries a neutral tone.