No. 167 in Latvian
uzskata
"Uzskata" means "considers" or "is of the opinion."
In a sentence
Daudzi uzskata, ka šī ir laba ideja.
Many consider this to be a good idea.
In this sentence, 'uzskata' is used in its primary sense of 'to consider or regard' something in a context of opinion.
Viņu uzskata par labu skolotāju.
She is regarded as a good teacher.
Here, 'uzskata' is used in a context where someone is considered or deemed by others as having a certain quality.
Tiek uzskata, ka viņš būs nākamais līderis.
It is considered that he will be the next leader.
This example shows the impersonal form, indicating a general or passive consideration or belief.
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