Nosíky

Nosíky are a Czech noun referring to small noses or nostrils. They are the diminutive form of nos (nose) and are used primarily in colloquial speech, especially by parents or in children’s literature. The term conveys smallness and affection rather than formal anatomical terminology; in scientific or medical contexts the standard terms nos (the nose) or nosní dírky/nostrils are typically used.

Origin and form: nosíky are formed from nos with the diminutive suffix -ík. The base word nosík is masculine, and the plural is nosíky; the genitive plural is nosíků. This diminutive pattern is common in Czech for expressing endearment or small size.

Usage and nuance: Nosíky commonly appear when talking about babies, small children, or young animals, or when a gentle, affectionate tone is intended. They can also describe the nostrils in informal speech, though they are not used in precise medical descriptions. The term is widely understood in everyday Czech and appears in literature and spoken language as a light, tender reference to noses.

See also: nos, nosní dírky, nostrils.