lehota

Lehota is a common placename in Slovakia and the Czech Republic, derived from the Slovak word "lehota," meaning a period of respite or exemption, often related to tax or feudal obligations in historical contexts. This signifies that settlements named Lehota were likely established on land granted with certain privileges.

Several municipalities in Slovakia bear the name Lehota. These include Lehota pod Vtáčnikom in the Trenčín Region, known for its mining history and the nearby Vtáčnik mountain range. Another is Lehota nad Rimavicou in the Banská Bystrica Region, situated near the Rimavica River. Other Slovak Lehotas can be found in various administrative districts, each with its own local history and characteristics.

In the Czech Republic, Lehota also appears as a placename, though less frequently than in Slovakia. These locations share the same etymological root, reflecting a similar historical context of land grants or exemptions. The presence of "Lehota" in place names across both countries highlights a shared historical and linguistic heritage in the region.