Mokvání

Mokvání is a Czech noun meaning the process or state of becoming wet or damp due to moisture. It derives from the adjective mokrý (wet) with the nominalizing suffix -ání. The term is used across different domains to describe surface wetness, moisture movement, or seepage, depending on context.

In meteorology and hydrology, mokvání refers to surface wetting or soil saturation caused by precipitation, condensation, or rising groundwater. In building technology and materials science, it denotes dampness within structures or materials, often resulting from leaks, condensation, or inadequate ventilation, and it is a factor in mold growth and material degradation.

In agriculture, mokvání describes soil moisture levels affecting plant growth, where both deficient and excessive moisture can impair crops. In medicine, the term can describe wound exudation or the presence of moisture on a wound bed or skin, used descriptively rather than diagnostically.

Signs of mokvání include visible damp patches, condensation, peeling wallpaper, musty odors, or rust on metal. Prolonged dampness may lead to mold, wood decay, and health or comfort problems in indoor environments.

Management typically centers on moisture control: fixing leaks, improving drainage and ventilation, using dehumidification, and applying moisture barriers or insulation to prevent recurrent dampness.

The concept is widely used in Czech technical and everyday language. In English-language contexts, mokvání is usually translated according to specific meaning, such as dampness, wetting, or moisture.