No. 842 in Slovak
škodu
"Škodu" in English means "damage" or "harm."
In a sentence
Mám veľkú škodu na aute.
I have significant damage to my car.
In this sentence, 'škodu' refers to 'damage' or 'loss' caused to something specific, indicating a negative result or harm.
Na konci zápasu sme im spôsobili veľkú škodu.
At the end of the match, we caused them significant damage.
Here, 'škodu' refers to harm or detriment caused to someone or something, suggesting an active role in inducing it.
Je škoda, že nemôžete prísť.
It is a pity that you cannot come.
In this context, 'škoda' is used metaphorically to express regret or a missed opportunity, not physical harm.
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