kletba
Kletba is a term in Czech and other Slavic languages that denotes a curse or imprecation—an utterance or ritual intended to bring harm to a person, place, or object. The word also appears in broader contexts to describe a solemn oath or binding pledge in ritual or religious settings, though in everyday usage it is most often associated with harmful magic.
In traditional folklore, kletba is attributed to figures such as witches, sorcerers, or wronged individuals, and
In literature and popular culture, kletba serves as a narrative device that motivates characters to uncover
Today, the term can also be used figuratively to mean persistent bad luck or a family burden.