Následova

Následova is a Slovak word that translates to "followed" or "succession" in English. It is the past tense, masculine singular form of the verb "nasledovať," which means "to follow" or "to succeed." The word can be used in various contexts, both literal and figurative.

In a literal sense, "následova" can refer to a physical sequence of events or actions. For example, "Pes nasledova svojho pána" means "The dog followed its master." It can also describe a chronological order, such as "Po búrke nasledova pokoj" meaning "Peace followed the storm."

Figuratively, "následova" can indicate the consequence or result of something. For instance, "Jeho chyan nasledovali vážne problémy" translates to "His mistake was followed by serious problems." It can also imply an inheritance or a continuation of a legacy. The term is fundamental in understanding Slovak grammar and its application in conveying the concept of following or succeeding. The related noun "nasledovanie" refers to the act of following or succession itself.