No. 217 in Czech
okolí
The surroundings or vicinity.
In a sentence
V okolí domu jsou krásné louky.
Around the house, there are beautiful meadows.
Here, 'okolí' refers to the surrounding area of the house, emphasizing the environment in proximity.
Okolí města je ideální pro turistiku.
The surroundings of the city are perfect for hiking.
In this sentence, 'okolí' denotes the areas near or around the city, typically emphasizing a scenic or functional sense.
V jeho okolí jsem se vždycky cítil dobře.
In his vicinity, I always felt good.
Here, 'okolí' metaphorically refers to the presence or sphere of someone, implying a personal and emotional surrounding.
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