Výrazovat

"Výrazovat" is a Czech verb that translates to "to express" or "to articulate" in English. It refers to the act of conveying thoughts, feelings, or ideas through words, gestures, or other forms of communication. The verb is derived from the noun "výraz," which means "expression" or "look."

In its most common usage, "výrazovat" pertains to verbal communication. One might "výrazovat své myšlenky" (express their thoughts) or "výrazovat své pocity" (express their feelings). It implies a conscious effort to make something internal manifest externally. Beyond speech, the verb can also encompass non-verbal means of expression. For example, an artist might "výrazovat své emoce skrze malbu" (express their emotions through painting), or a dancer might "výrazovat příběh pohybem" (express a story through movement).

The verb can also be used in a more abstract sense, referring to how something is presented or characterized. For instance, a certain policy might "výrazovat určitý postoj" (express a certain stance), or a particular feature might "výrazovat kvalitu produktu" (express the quality of a product). In this context, it signifies that something is indicative of or represents something else. The grammatical forms of "výrazovat" follow standard Czech verb conjugation patterns.