Spôsob

Spôsob is a Slovak noun meaning "way, method, or manner." It denotes the particular way in which something is done, a technique or procedure, or a habitual mode of acting. The term is widely used across domains such as science, technology, law, culture, and everyday life. Common uses include phrases like "spôsob merania" (method of measurement), "spôsob konania" (manner of conduct), or "spôsob života" (lifestyle). It also appears in expressions describing procedures or instructions, such as "spôsob použitia" (method of use) and, more generally, "podľa spôsobu" (according to the method).

In related languages, the cognate Czech word "způsob" has a similar meaning, and Polish "sposób" is closely related. The etymology traces to Proto-Slavic, reflecting a common semantic core of method or manner, retained across Slavic languages.

Spôsob is a masculine noun and follows the standard declension patterns of Slovak masculine nouns. It can appear in formal and colloquial contexts, with its precise meaning clarified by accompanying adjectives or the surrounding context (for example, distinguishing between a technical method and a cultural manner). The word is versatile enough to describe both concrete procedures and abstract approaches, making it a basic term in technical writing, education, and everyday speech.