odvézt

"Odvézt" is a Czech verb that translates to "to take away," "to drive away," or "to transport" in English. It is a versatile verb used in various contexts, often implying the movement of a person or object from one place to another. The verb is derived from the prefix "od-" which signifies separation or removal, and the verb "vézt," meaning to carry or transport.

The primary meaning of "odvézt" involves physically moving something or someone. For example, one might say "Odvezl jsem odpadky" which means "I took away the trash." Similarly, it can be used to describe driving someone somewhere, such as "Odvezl jsem děti do školy" meaning "I drove the children to school." The verb can also refer to the act of transporting goods or materials.

In a figurative sense, "odvézt" can mean to distract or take someone's mind off something. For instance, "Tato hudba mě odváží od starostí" translates to "This music takes my mind off my worries." The directionality is implied, suggesting a removal from a current state or location.

The verb conjugates according to standard Czech grammatical rules. Its perfective aspect is "odvézt" and its imperfective counterpart is "svézt" or "vozit." Understanding these nuances is key to using the verb accurately in spoken and written Czech.