samotných

Samotných is the genitive plural form of the Czech adjective samotný, which translates as “lonely,” “solitary,” or “alone” in English. As a grammatical case, the genitive plural is used in Czech to denote possession, measurement, or association with a group of nouns that are described as solitary. For example, the phrase „bez samotných lidí“ (“without lonely people”) illustrates its function.

In literary contexts, samotných appears frequently in poetry and prose to convey themes of isolation, introspection, or the absence of companionship. Czech writers such as Karel Čapek and Bohumil Hrabal have employed the word to emphasize emotional distance or societal detachment. The term also surfaces in titles of works and songs, most notably the 2014 Czech‑language album „Samotných“ by the folk‑rock group Druhá Tráva, in which the concept of solitude is explored through lyrical narratives.

Beyond its grammatical role, samotných is related to a family of Czech surnames (e.g., Samotný) and to place names, though no major settlement bears the exact form. In contemporary usage, the word can describe individuals, groups, or abstract entities that lack companionship, and it often features in discussions of mental health, emphasizing the cultural importance of social connection in Czech society.