Spôsobil

"Spôsobil" is a Slovak verb meaning "caused" or "made" in English. It is the past tense, masculine singular form of the verb "spôsobiť". This verb is used to indicate that someone or something was the reason for an event or a change in condition. For example, "On spôsobil nehodu" translates to "He caused an accident." Similarly, "Dážď spôsobil povodne" means "The rain caused floods."

The verb "spôsobiť" can be used in various contexts, from describing accidental occurrences to deliberate actions. It implies a direct link between the subject performing the action and the outcome. It can be used for both positive and negative consequences, although it is more frequently associated with negative events. For instance, "Jeho pomoc spôsobil úľavu" translates to "His help caused relief."

The past tense forms of "spôsobiť" vary based on gender and number. The masculine singular is "spôsobil," the feminine singular is "spôsobila," the neuter singular is "spôsobilo," and the plural forms are "spôsobili" (masculine animate and inanimate) and "spôsobili" (feminine and neuter). The present tense form is "spôsobuje" (singular) and "spôsobujú" (plural). The infinitive form is "spôsobiť." Understanding these conjugations is essential for correct usage in Slovak sentences.