drahá

drahý is a Slovak word that translates to "expensive" or "dear" in English. Its usage depends heavily on the context. As an adjective, drahý most commonly describes an item or service that has a high cost. For instance, "auto je drahé" means "the car is expensive." It can also be used in a more affectionate sense, similar to "dear" in English, when addressing someone. For example, "Drahá moja mama" translates to "My dear mother." The word's grammatical gender and number change to agree with the noun it modifies. The feminine form is drahá, the neuter is drahé, and the plural is drahí (masculine personal) or drahé (other plural). When used as a term of endearment, it is typically in the vocative case. Understanding the context is crucial to correctly interpret the meaning of drahý. It is a fundamental word in the Slovak language with dual meanings related to cost and affection.