Diakritického

Diakritického is a Czech word meaning "diacritical." It refers to diacritical marks, which are small marks or signs added to a letter or character in writing to indicate a different pronunciation, stress, or meaning. These marks are used in many languages, including Czech, to distinguish between words that might otherwise be spelled the same but have different meanings or sounds.

Examples of diacritical marks used in the Czech language include the acute accent (´) over vowels like á, é, í, ó, ú, ý, which indicates a long vowel sound. The caron (ˇ) is placed over consonants such as č, ď, ň, ř, š, ť, ž, and also over the vowel ů, changing their pronunciation. The umlaut (¨) appears over the vowel ů, also signifying a specific vowel sound. These diacritics are integral to the Czech orthography, ensuring correct pronunciation and differentiation of words. Without them, many Czech words would be ambiguous or mispronounced. The presence and correct use of diakritického are essential for literacy and communication in the Czech language.