Jedenáct

"Jedenáct" is the Czech word for the number eleven. In the Czech language, "jedenáct" is used as both a cardinal and ordinal number. As a cardinal number, it represents the quantity of eleven, while as an ordinal number, it indicates the eleventh position in a sequence. The word "jedenáct" is derived from the combination of "jeden," meaning one, and "deset," meaning ten, literally translating to "one on ten."

In Czech culture, the number eleven holds various symbolic meanings and associations. For instance, in Czech football, the number eleven is significant as it represents the total number of players on the field during a match, with each team consisting of eleven players. Additionally, the number eleven is often associated with good luck and fortune in Czech folklore and superstitions.

The number eleven is also notable in mathematics, where it is a prime number and a Fibonacci number. In the decimal system, it is the first two-digit number and the smallest two-digit prime number. Furthermore, eleven is the base of the undecimal (or enneadecimal) numeral system, which uses eleven distinct digits.

In summary, "jedenáct" is a fundamental number in the Czech language and culture, with various mathematical properties and symbolic meanings. Its usage spans everyday language, sports, and traditional beliefs, making it a significant and versatile number in Czech society.