Odplavuje

Odplavuje is a Czech word that translates to "washes away," "erodes," or "flushes away" in English. It is a verb in the imperfective aspect, indicating an ongoing or repeated action. The word is derived from the prefix "od-" meaning "away" or "off," and the root "plavit," which relates to floating or drifting.

In its literal sense, odplavuje describes the process of something being carried away by water, such as soil being washed away by rain, or waste being flushed down a drain. For example, "Déšť odplavuje úrodnou půdu" means "The rain washes away fertile soil."

Beyond its literal meaning, odplavuje can also be used metaphorically. It can refer to the gradual disappearance or fading of something, such as memories being washed away over time, or problems being resolved through a process of elimination. In this context, it suggests a natural and often inevitable process of dissipation. For instance, "Staré křivdy se časem odplavují" translates to "Old grievances are washed away over time." The context in which the word is used determines its precise interpretation, but the core idea of removal or gradual disappearance by a fluid medium remains consistent.