No. 487 in Czech
jako
"Jako" means "like" or "as."
In a sentence
On pracuje jako učitel.
He works as a teacher.
The word 'jako' is used here to mean 'as', indicating his role or position.
Zpíváš jako profesionál.
You sing like a professional.
In this sentence, 'jako' means 'like', used for comparison to a professional.
Použij to jako příklad.
Use it as an example.
Here, 'jako' is employed to mean 'as', specifying the manner in which to use it.
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