svírají

svírají is a Czech verb meaning "to grip," "to squeeze," "to constrict," or "to embrace." It is a versatile word with a range of applications in both literal and figurative contexts.

In its literal sense, svírají can describe the physical act of closing one's hand around an object, such as gripping a tool or squeezing a ball. It can also refer to the sensation of tightness or pressure, like muscles constricting or a feeling of being squeezed. For example, one might say their throat is svírají when they are nervous.

Figuratively, svírají can denote emotional states. It can describe a feeling of anxiety or despair that grips someone, or the feeling of being trapped by circumstances. It can also be used to express a strong embrace, whether literal or metaphorical, such as being embraced by love or friendship. The plural form, svírají, is used when referring to multiple subjects performing the action of gripping or squeezing. The verb conjugates based on person, number, and tense, following standard Czech grammar rules.