ovládajú

Ovládajú is a Czech verb meaning "they control," "they rule," or "they master." It is the third-person plural present tense form of the verb ovládat. This verb can be used in a variety of contexts, from physical control over objects to political dominance or the mastery of a skill.

In a literal sense, ovládajú can refer to a group of people having physical command over something. For example, "vojáci ovládajú most" translates to "the soldiers control the bridge." It can also describe the ability to manage or operate something, such as "mechanici ovládajú ten stroj," meaning "the mechanics master that machine."

Figuratively, ovládajú is often used to describe power and influence. A government might "ovládajú svoju krajinu" (control their country), or a dominant group might "ovládajú trh" (dominate the market). In a more personal context, it can signify expertise or proficiency. For instance, "študenti ovládajú nový jazyk" means "the students master the new language."

The specific nuance of ovládajú depends heavily on the surrounding words and the overall context of the sentence. It conveys a sense of possession, authority, or deep understanding and capability.