No. 56 in Czech
totiž
"Namely" or "that is to say."
In a sentence
Musím přestat, totiž už je pozdě.
I have to stop, as it is already late.
used to introduce an explanation or clarification
On nekoupil lístky, totiž zapomněl peníze doma.
He didn't buy tickets, as he forgot his money at home.
used to provide reasoning or justification
Totiž, chtěl jsem vám ještě něco říct.
Actually, I wanted to tell you something else.
used to indicate hesitation before introducing additional information
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