odrhnout

The Czech verb "odrhnout" generally translates to "to scrub off," "to rub off," or "to scour off" in English. It describes the action of removing something, often dirt, grime, or a stain, by vigorous rubbing or scrubbing. The prefix "od-" indicates removal or separation, while "rhnout" relates to the act of rubbing or scraping.

This verb can be used in various contexts. For instance, one might "odrhnout skvrnu" (scrub off a stain) from a piece of clothing or "odrhnout špínu z podlahy" (scour off dirt from the floor). The intensity of the action implied by "odrhnout" suggests a persistent or difficult-to-remove substance. It can also be used metaphorically, though less commonly, to describe getting rid of something undesirable or burdensome, similar to "shaking off" a negative influence. The perfective aspect of the verb indicates a completed action of removal through scrubbing. Its imperfective counterpart is "odrhávat."