No. 640 in Czech
umění
The Czech word "umění" means "art" or "skill" in English.
In a sentence
Umění je důležitou součástí lidské kultury.
Art is an important part of human culture.
Here, 'umění' is used as a noun meaning 'art', denoting a general concept of artistic expression.
Jeho umění hrát na klavír je obdivuhodné.
His skill in playing the piano is admirable.
In this context, 'umění' refers to a specific skill or expertise in an activity.
V muzeu vystavují moderní umění.
They display modern art in the museum.
Here, 'umění' is again used as a noun referring to artistic works, specifically modern art, emphasizing the tangible outcome of artistic processes.
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