No. 580 in Czech
sil
The Czech word "sil" is an archaic or poetic form meaning "strength" or "power."
In a sentence
Mám málo sil na to, abych to dokončil.
I have little strength to finish it.
In this sentence, 'sil' is the genitive plural form of 'síla' (strength or force), indicating the possession or quantity of strength.
Sil stromů na jaře vydává zvláštní vůni.
The sap of trees in spring emits a peculiar scent.
Here, 'sil' refers to the plant sap, showcasing the word's alternative meaning depending on context.
Bez tvých sil to nedokážeme.
Without your support, we cannot achieve it.
In this usage, 'sil' also represents strength or support, being used metaphorically to signify help or effort.
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