No. 206 in Czech
sobě
The Czech word "sobě" means "to oneself" or "for oneself."
In a sentence
Měl jsem na sobě nový kabát.
I had a new coat on.
Here, 'sobě' is used in a reflexive dative case to indicate that the subject has the coat on themselves.
Koupila si knihu pro sobě.
She bought a book for herself.
In this sentence, 'sobě' is used reflexively in the dative case to emphasize that the action was done for her own benefit.
Věř sobě, máš na to.
Believe in yourself, you can do it.
In this case, 'sobě' is used in a reflexive dative form to express believing in oneself.
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