kázat

kázat is a Czech verb that translates to "to preach," "to tell," or "to admonish" in English. Its usage can vary depending on the context, often implying a degree of authority or moral guidance.

In a religious context, kázat most commonly refers to delivering a sermon or a homily, typically from a pulpit. This involves expounding on religious texts and offering moral or spiritual instruction to a congregation. The act of kázat in this sense is central to many Christian denominations.

Beyond religious settings, kázat can also mean to tell or relate something, especially when imparting advice or a lesson. For example, one might kázat a child about good behavior, or kázat a friend about a mistake they've made. In this usage, it carries a sense of instruction or warning, often from an older or more experienced individual to a younger or less experienced one.

The word can also be used more colloquially to mean simply "to say" or "to talk," though this is less common and carries a slightly more informal tone. The core meaning, however, revolves around the act of communicating with an intent to inform, guide, or instruct. The grammatical form of the verb changes depending on tense, person, and number, following standard Czech verb conjugation patterns.