No. 91 in Slovenian
mesto
"City" or "place."
In a sentence
Ljubljana je najlepše mesto v Sloveniji.
Ljubljana is the most beautiful city in Slovenia.
Here, 'mesto' is used to mean 'city' as it represents a large, permanent settlement.
Vprašal sem, ali je še kakšno prosto mesto v avtu.
I asked if there was still a free spot in the car.
In this sentence, 'mesto' refers to a 'spot' or 'place,' indicating available space.
Na tvojem mestu ne bi tvegal.
In your position, I would not risk it.
Here, 'mesto' is used figuratively to mean 'position' or 'situation,' suggesting a metaphorical stance.
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