Uklidovat

Uklidovat is a Czech verb that translates to "to calm down" or "to soothe" in English. It describes the act of reducing agitation, anxiety, or excitement in oneself or another person. The verb can be used in both reflexive and non-reflexive forms.

When used reflexively, as in "uklidnit se," it means to calm oneself down. This often implies an effort to regain composure after experiencing strong emotions such as anger, fear, or stress. For example, someone might tell themselves "uklidni se" (calm down) when feeling overwhelmed.

In its non-reflexive form, "uklidňovat" (or "uklidnit" in its perfective aspect), it means to calm someone or something else. This can involve comforting a crying child, reassuring a nervous friend, or pacifying an agitated animal. The action aims to bring about a state of peace and tranquility. The imperfective aspect "uklidňovat" suggests an ongoing or repeated process of soothing, while the perfective aspect "uklidnit" implies a completed action of calming. The word is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe emotional regulation and interpersonal comfort.