nemocných

Nemocných is a Czech word that translates to "sick" or "ill" in English when referring to plural subjects. It is the plural form of the adjective "nemocný," meaning sick or ill. The word describes a state of poor health or disease affecting multiple individuals.

In Czech grammar, "nemocných" is the genitive plural case of the adjective. This case is used in various grammatical constructions, such as expressing possession or absence related to sick people. For instance, "počet nemocných" would mean "the number of sick people." It can also be used as a noun itself, referring to "the sick" as a collective group, particularly in contexts like healthcare statistics or social discussions.

The term is commonly used in everyday conversation, medical contexts, and official reports to indicate the presence of illness within a group. Understanding its grammatical function and meaning is essential for comprehending Czech language, especially when discussing health-related matters concerning more than one person. The concept of "nemocných" is fundamental to public health discourse and epidemiological studies in Czech-speaking regions.