láskou

Láskou is the instrumental singular form of the Czech noun láska, meaning love. In grammar, láskou marks the manner or means by which an action is performed, or the feeling expressed toward something. It is commonly used with the preposition s to form phrases such as s láskou, meaning "with love." Examples include Dárky byly vyrobeny s láskou and Udělal to s láskou. In personal letters, the closing S láskou is a conventional sign-off.

Etymology: The word láska and its instrumental form láskou derive from the Proto-Slavic root related to love and affection. Cognates appear in other Slavic languages, such as Russian lyubov' (любовь), Slovene ljubezen, and Serbo-Croatian ljubav, reflecting a common ancestral root.

Usage and cultural notes: Láskou is used in everyday speech to indicate actions done with care and tenderness, as well as in poetry and prose to convey warmth. The phrase S láskou, meaning "With love," is a common closing in letters and messages. The term also features prominently in Czech literature and media as a descriptor of sincere affection and emotional tone.