jistých

Jistých is a Czech word that translates to "certain" or "sure" in English. It is the genitive plural form of the adjective jistý. This means it is used when referring to an unspecified quantity or number of certain things or people. For example, "jistých důvodů" translates to "certain reasons," and "jistých lidí" translates to "certain people."

The adjective jistý itself can also mean "secure," "definite," or "confident." Its meaning can vary depending on the context. For instance, "mít jistotu" means "to have certainty" or "to be sure." When used in the genitive plural form, jistých, it maintains this core meaning of "certain" but applies it to multiple unspecified entities.

The grammatical case of the genitive is often used to express possession, a part of a whole, or the absence of something. In the case of jistých, it indicates "of certain..." or "some..." when referring to plural nouns. Understanding the genitive case in Czech is crucial for correctly using jistých in various sentences and to convey precise meaning. It is a common and versatile word in the Czech language.