No. 699 in Czech
strach
Fear.
In a sentence
Cítím strach při pohledu z vysoké věže.
I feel fear when looking from the tall tower.
In this sentence, 'strach' is used as a noun to represent the feeling of fear experienced in response to a specific situation.
Strach tě může ochromit, pokud mu dovolíš.
Fear can paralyze you if you allow it.
Here, 'strach' serves as an abstract concept through which the psychological effect of fear is described.
Neměj strach, všechno dobře dopadne.
Don't be afraid, everything will turn out fine.
In this usage, 'strach' denotes an emotional state prompted by uncertainty or worry, and the phrase is used to reassure and calm.
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