nedokáu

The term "nedokáu" is a Czech word that translates to "I cannot" or "I am unable." It is the first-person singular present tense conjugation of the verb "nedokázat," which means to be unable to do something or to fail to accomplish something. The verb itself is formed by the prefix "ne-" (meaning not) and the verb "dokázat" (meaning to be able to do, to manage, to achieve).

"Nedokáu" is commonly used in everyday conversation to express a lack of capability, skill, or possibility. For example, someone might say "Nedokáu plavat" meaning "I cannot swim," or "Nedokáu to pochopit" meaning "I cannot understand it." It can also be used to indicate that a situation is beyond one's control or influence, such as "Nedokáu mu pomoct" which translates to "I cannot help him."

The grammatical structure of "nedokáu" involves the root of the verb "dokázat" with the negative prefix and the appropriate personal ending for the first person singular. The usage of "nedokáu" is straightforward and follows standard Czech verb conjugation rules. Understanding this word is fundamental for comprehending basic expressions of inability in the Czech language.