Pestávkou

Pestávkou is a Czech term that can be used in various contexts to indicate a quantifiable portion or a small amount of a substance. It is often translated to English as "by and by" or "little by little", although the meaning may vary depending on the context in which it is used.

In everyday conversation, pestávkou is often used to describe the gradual consumption of something, such as food or drink, over a period of time. It can also be used to describe the accumulation of small portions of something, such as money or resources, through regular but modest contributions.

In a more formal or mathematical sense, pestávkou refers to a concept of incremental or cumulative addition of small amounts over time. This concept is often used in finance, economics, and other fields to model the growth of assets or liabilities over a period of time.

Pestávkou can also be used to describe the gradual build-up of a particular skill or ability, such as language proficiency or a musical instrument, through regular but small amounts of practice.

In Czech culture, the concept of pestávkou is often associated with the idea of persevering through small, incremental efforts over time, rather than attempting to achieve a major goal through a single, grand effort. This mindset is reflected in the common saying "oze olej a pak potíreš kůru" which translates to "add a little oil and scratch the bark" - a metaphor for the gradual but effective accumulation of resources and effort.