Potkávám

Potkávám is a Czech word that translates to "I meet" or "I am meeting" in English. It is the first-person singular present tense form of the verb potkat, which means to meet, to encounter, or to run into someone. The verb potkat can be used in various contexts, from a casual encounter with a friend to a more formal meeting arranged in advance.

For example, one might say "Potkávám svého přítele v kavárně," meaning "I am meeting my friend in the cafe." Alternatively, "Potkal jsem ho náhodou na ulici," which translates to "I ran into him by chance on the street." The word is also used in idiomatic expressions.

The verb potkat belongs to the group of perfective verbs in Czech, indicating a completed action. Its imperfective counterpart is potkávat, meaning "to meet regularly" or "to be meeting." The choice between potkat and potkávat depends on whether the speaker is referring to a single, completed encounter or a repeated or ongoing one.

In everyday Czech conversation, potkávám is a frequently used verb, essential for expressing social interactions and chance encounters. Its grammatical form is straightforward, with the 'ám' ending clearly indicating the first-person singular present tense.