No. 965 in Czech
právo
The Czech word "právo" translates to "law" or "right" in English.
In a sentence
Každý občan má právo na svobodu projevu.
Every citizen has the right to freedom of speech.
In this sentence, 'právo' refers to a legal or moral entitlement, aligning with the concept of 'rights'.
Studenti studují právo na univerzitě.
The students study law at the university.
Here, 'právo' is used to denote the field or subject of law, often studied academically.
Máš právo si vzít den volna.
You have the right to take a day off.
In this example, 'právo' conveys a personal entitlement or permission under certain rules or agreements.
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