Dotázal

"Dotázal" is a Czech word that translates to "asked" or "inquired" in English. It is the past tense form of the verb "dotázat se," which means "to ask" or "to inquire." The verb "dotázat se" is reflexive, indicating that the subject is the one performing the action upon themselves.

The use of "dotázal" in a sentence would typically involve a subject that has asked a question or made an inquiry. For example, "Otec se dotázal, kde je jeho syn" translates to "The father asked where his son is." In this sentence, "dotázal" is used to indicate that the father has performed the action of asking.

The reflexive nature of "dotázat se" is important in Czech grammar, as it helps to clarify the subject of the sentence. In English, the subject is often implied or clear from the context, but in Czech, the reflexive pronoun "se" is necessary to specify the subject.

"Dotázal" is a common verb in Czech and is used in various contexts, from everyday conversations to more formal inquiries. Its usage is similar to other past tense verbs in Czech, such as "řekl" (said) or "šel" (went), and follows the standard conjugation patterns for past tense verbs in the language.